Serving 678 students in grades 2-5, Leeds Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leeds Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Leeds, AL, covering approximately 22.7 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leeds Elementary School's student population of 678 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Leeds Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leeds Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#488 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
23%
31%
White
56%
50%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leeds Elementary School's ranking?
Leeds Elementary School is ranked #488 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Leeds Elementary School often compared to?
Leeds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moody Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Leeds Elementary School?
678 students attend Leeds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Leeds Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leeds Elementary School?
Leeds Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leeds Elementary School offer ?
Leeds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leeds Elementary School part of?
Leeds Elementary School is part of Leeds City School District.
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