Geraldine School serves 1,135 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Geraldine School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geraldine School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Geraldine School's student population of 1,135 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Geraldine School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Geraldine School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
1%
32%
White
62%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geraldine School's ranking?
Geraldine School is ranked #615 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Geraldine School?
The graduation rate of Geraldine School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Geraldine School?
1,135 students attend Geraldine School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Geraldine School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geraldine School?
Geraldine School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Geraldine School offer ?
Geraldine School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Geraldine School part of?
Geraldine School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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