Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Joseph W Lisenby Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Attendance Zone: Joseph W Lisenby Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Ozark, AL, covering approximately 66.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.3 miles and the furthest edge located 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
O.N.E. eagle - Ozark Needs Everyone
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph W Lisenby Primary School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 schools are Joseph W Lisenby Primary School often compared to?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry N Mixon Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% AL state average).
How many students attend Joseph W Lisenby Primary School?
494 students attend Joseph W Lisenby Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Joseph W Lisenby Primary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph W Lisenby Primary School?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph W Lisenby Primary School offer ?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph W Lisenby Primary School part of?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School is part of Ozark City School District.
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