Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Laceys Spring Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- 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
Top Rankings
Laceys Spring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Laceys Spring Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 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 0.63. 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
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
30%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
289 students attend Laceys Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Laceys Spring Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 17:1, which is equal to 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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