Johnson Elementary School's overall state ranking improved slightly to #1055 in 2023, up from #1098 in 2021, but remains in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency declined to 5% in 2023, significantly lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged between 30–34%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was 10–14%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased steadily from 651 students in 2001 to 360 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained high at about 82%, reflecting ongoing socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades Pre–K through 5 with an enrollment of 360 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 in 2023.
Johnson Elementary's demographic makeup was predominantly Black (322 students), with 35 Hispanic students and 3 students of two or more races.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Elementary School serves the northwest part of Montgomery, AL, covering an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
WE ARE THE JAGUAR NATION
School Rankings
Johnson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#1055 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
87%
31%
White
n/a
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1055 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?
340 students attend Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Elementary School?
Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Elementary School part of?
Johnson Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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