Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hall Kent Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hall Kent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hall Kent Elementary School's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hall Kent Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hall Kent Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#89 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
25%
32%
White
56%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hall Kent Elementary School's ranking?
Hall Kent Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hall Kent Elementary School often compared to?
Hall Kent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Elementary School, Bluff Park Elementary School, Shades Cahaba Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hall Kent Elementary School?
677 students attend Hall Kent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hall Kent Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hall Kent Elementary School?
Hall Kent Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Hall Kent Elementary School offer ?
Hall Kent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hall Kent Elementary School part of?
Hall Kent Elementary School is part of Homewood City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed - Labor Day
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed for Students - Fall Break
October 11, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed for Students - Fall Break
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed - Veterans Day
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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