Laceys Spring Elementary School in Laceys Spring, AL serves 289 students from prekindergarten through 8th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and the Morgan County district average of 30%, showing a notable decline from 46% in 2019.
Reading proficiency ranges between 30–34%, lower than the state average of 47% and district average of 47%, with scores declining from 46% in 2019 to 30–34% in 2022.
Science proficiency is 25–29%, below the state average of 38% and district average of 38%, indicating lower performance in science relative to broader benchmarks.
Enrollment has decreased slightly from 318 students in 2019 to 289 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch increased significantly from 45% in 2022 to 73% in 2023, reflecting a rise in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laceys Spring Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laceys Spring 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 Laceys Spring Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#851 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
33%
12%
Black
n/a
31%
White
64%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laceys Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Laceys Spring Elementary School is ranked #851 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Laceys Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Laceys Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartselle Junior High School, Union Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Laceys Spring Elementary School?
277 students attend Laceys Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Laceys Spring Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laceys Spring Elementary School?
Laceys Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laceys Spring Elementary School offer ?
Laceys Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laceys Spring Elementary School part of?
Laceys Spring Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
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