Kermit Johnson School
Kermit Johnson School serves 688 students in grades 3-5.
Kermit Johnson School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kermit Johnson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kermit Johnson School's student population of 688 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kermit Johnson School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Kermit Johnson School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
32%
9%
Black
45%
32%
White
22%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kermit Johnson School's ranking?
Kermit Johnson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for: Most diverse schools (Top 10%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Kermit Johnson School?
688 students attend Kermit Johnson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Kermit Johnson School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kermit Johnson School?
Kermit Johnson School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kermit Johnson School offer ?
Kermit Johnson School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Kermit Johnson School part of?
Kermit Johnson School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 27, 2023 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 25, 2023 (Thursday)
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