Jeter Primary School serves 435 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in AL)
- Attendance Zone: Jeter Primary School serves the northeast part of Opelika, AL, covering an area of approximately 24.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeter Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jeter Primary School's student population of 435 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jeter Primary School is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
46%
31%
White
37%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jeter Primary School often compared to?
Jeter Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Primary School, Southview Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Jeter Primary School?
435 students attend Jeter Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jeter Primary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeter Primary School?
Jeter Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jeter Primary School offer ?
Jeter Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeter Primary School part of?
Jeter Primary School is part of Opelika City School District.
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