Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, F S Ervin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: F S Ervin Elementary School serves the western part of Pine Hill, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 360.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
F S Ervin Elementary School's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
F S Ervin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F S Ervin Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1046 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
95%
31%
White
1%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work for All
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F S Ervin Elementary School's ranking?
F S Ervin Elementary School is ranked #1046 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend F S Ervin Elementary School?
197 students attend F S Ervin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of F S Ervin Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F S Ervin Elementary School?
F S Ervin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does F S Ervin Elementary School offer ?
F S Ervin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is F S Ervin Elementary School part of?
F S Ervin Elementary School is part of Wilcox County School District.
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