Hewitt Elementary School in Trussville, AL, closed in 2004 and served grades kindergarten through 4 with an enrollment of 1,396 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in its final years.
Math proficiency declined significantly from 83% in 2012 to 21% in 2023, remaining lower than the Alabama state average, which was 30% in 2023.
Reading proficiency also showed a downward trend, falling from 85% in 2012 to 26% in 2022, consistently lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency remained below the state average at 32% in 2022 compared to 38% statewide, with minimal improvement from 29% in 2021.
The student population was predominantly White (1,293 students) with smaller minority enrollment; free and reduced–price lunch eligibility remained low at 9% and 3%, respectively, before closure.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
1,396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
4%
31%
White
93%
50%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hewitt Elementary School?
1,396 students attend Hewitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hewitt Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hewitt Elementary School?
Hewitt Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hewitt Elementary School offer ?
Hewitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Hewitt Elementary School part of?
Hewitt Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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