Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hatton Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hatton Elementary School serves the northwest part of Town Creek, AL, covering an area of approximately 74.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hatton Elementary School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Hatton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hatton Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#625 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
11%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
84%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatton Elementary School's ranking?
Hatton Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 1,275 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hatton Elementary School?
424 students attend Hatton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hatton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hatton Elementary School?
Hatton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hatton Elementary School offer ?
Hatton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hatton Elementary School part of?
Hatton Elementary School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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