Leighton Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leighton Elementary School's ranking?
Leighton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for: Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 5%).
What schools are Leighton Elementary School often compared to?
Leighton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hatton Elementary School, Howell Graves Preschool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Leighton Elementary School?
342 students attend Leighton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Leighton Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leighton Elementary School?
Leighton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leighton Elementary School offer ?
Leighton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Leighton Elementary School part of?
Leighton Elementary School is part of Colbert County School District.
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