Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Hueytown Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hueytown Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hueytown Primary School's student population of 602 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hueytown Primary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
56%
32%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hueytown Primary School often compared to?
Hueytown Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hueytown Intermediate School, Concord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AL state average).
How many students attend Hueytown Primary School?
602 students attend Hueytown Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hueytown Primary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hueytown Primary School?
Hueytown Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hueytown Primary School offer ?
Hueytown Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Hueytown Primary School part of?
Hueytown Primary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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