Hibbett School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades 5–6, ranked #522 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #266 in 2014.
Math proficiency was 31%, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency at 45% was lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency improved to 52%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable near 576 students with a 62% minority population and 64% qualifying for free lunch, indicating a continued rise in socioeconomic need since 2011.
The student–teacher ratio held steady at 17:1 with 33 teachers for 576 students, consistent with trends since 2019 in this Berkeley Heights public high school.
Despite downward ranking trends and proficiency slightly below state averages in reading, graduation rates stayed high, outperforming the state at 94% in 2023 compared to 88% statewide.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hibbett School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Florence, AL, encompassing approximately 26.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hibbett Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hibbett 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 Hibbett Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#522 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
32%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
38%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hibbett Elementary School's ranking?
Hibbett Elementary School is ranked #522 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hibbett Elementary School often compared to?
Hibbett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hibbett Elementary School?
489 students attend Hibbett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hibbett Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hibbett Elementary School?
Hibbett Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hibbett Elementary School offer ?
Hibbett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hibbett Elementary School part of?
Hibbett Elementary School is part of Florence City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hibbett Elementary School located?
Hibbett Elementary School is located in the North Florence neighborhood of Florence, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Florence.
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