J Larry Newton School ranked #179 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #88 in 2021 but still remaining in the top 20% for overall testing performance among Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency was 46%, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 68%, also higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 40% to 44%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased moderately from 769 students in 2022 to 827 in 2023, with 27% minority enrollment and 49% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting a socioeconomic rise since 2022.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J Larry Newton School serves the southern part of Fairhope, AL, covering an area of approximately 44 square miles. Families generally experience a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Larry Newton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
J Larry Newton School's student population of 804 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Larry Newton School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Larry Newton School is 0.46, 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
#179 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Larry Newton School's ranking?
J Larry Newton School is ranked #179 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are J Larry Newton School often compared to?
J Larry Newton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairhope West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend J Larry Newton School?
804 students attend J Larry Newton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of J Larry Newton School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Larry Newton School?
J Larry Newton School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does J Larry Newton School offer ?
J Larry Newton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J Larry Newton School part of?
J Larry Newton School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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