G W Trenholm Primary School serves 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Attendance Zone: G W Trenholm Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Tuscumbia, AL, encompassing approximately 9.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
G W Trenholm Primary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating every student today.....Preparing every student for the opportunities of tomorrow.
School Rankings
The diversity score of G W Trenholm Primary School is 0.56, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
28%
31%
White
60%
50%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are G W Trenholm Primary School often compared to?
G W Trenholm Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wa Threadgill Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend G W Trenholm Primary School?
413 students attend G W Trenholm Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of G W Trenholm Primary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G W Trenholm Primary School?
G W Trenholm Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does G W Trenholm Primary School offer ?
G W Trenholm Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is G W Trenholm Primary School part of?
G W Trenholm Primary School is part of Tuscumbia City School District.
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