Falkville Elementary School in Falkville, AL serves 379 students from pre–kindergarten to grade 5 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 15:1.
Math proficiency for 2023 is between 45% and 49%, placing the school in the top 20% statewide and higher than the Alabama state average of 30%.
Reading proficiency stands at 50% to 54%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency is low, ranging from 20% to 29%, which is lower than the state average of 38%.
The school's overall ranking improved to #299 in 2023 from #526 in 2021 but remains within the top 30% of Alabama public schools; however, the graduation rate is consistently low at 50%, which is significantly lower than the state average of 88%.
Enrollment decreased from 457 students in 2001 to 379 in recent years, and the percentage eligible for free lunch has increased from 31% in 1999 to around 61% in 2023, indicating rising socioeconomic challenges.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Falkville Elementary School serves the southwest part of its school district in Falkville, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 93.5 square miles. Most families typically drive about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falkville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Falkville Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Matters. Every Moment Counts.
School Rankings
Falkville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falkville Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#299 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
31%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falkville Elementary School's ranking?
Falkville Elementary School is ranked #299 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Falkville Elementary School often compared to?
Falkville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eva School, Danvilleneel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Falkville Elementary School?
381 students attend Falkville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Falkville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falkville Elementary School?
Falkville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Falkville Elementary School offer ?
Falkville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falkville Elementary School part of?
Falkville Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
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