Locust Fork Elementary School ranked #203 in Alabama in 2023, improving steadily from #897 in 2010, placing it in the top 20% statewide; it is among the most improved public schools in the state.
Math proficiency was 60% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, with reading proficiency at 56%, also higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 55–59%, notably above the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased to 539 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1; 57% of students qualified for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting rising socioeconomic needs.
The school serves grades Pre–Kindergarten through 6, with minority enrollment at 12%, consisting mainly of Hispanic and multi–racial students alongside a majority White population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Locust Fork Elementary School's student population of 534 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Locust Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locust Fork Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#203 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
87%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Locust Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Locust Fork Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Locust Fork Elementary School often compared to?
Locust Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oneonta Elementary School, Cleveland Elementary School, Hayden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Locust Fork Elementary School?
534 students attend Locust Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Locust Fork Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Fork Elementary School?
Locust Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Locust Fork Elementary School offer ?
Locust Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Locust Fork Elementary School part of?
Locust Fork Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
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