Jeter Primary School

700 Jeter Ave
Opelika, AL 36801
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Jeter Primary School serves 434 students in grades Kindergarten-2. 
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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : <50% (Top 20% in AL)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Jeter Primary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Jeter 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.
This School
State Level (AL)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
51%
32%
White
35%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Jeter Primary School often compared to?
Jeter Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southview Primary School, Carver Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Jeter Primary School?
434 students attend Jeter Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jeter Primary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
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-2 (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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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