Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Magnolia Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnolia Elementary School's student population of 387 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Magnolia Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#20 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Magnolia Elementary School's ranking?
Magnolia Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Magnolia Elementary School often compared to?
Magnolia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paine Elementary School, Cahaba Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Elementary School?
387 students attend Magnolia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Magnolia Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnolia Elementary School?
Magnolia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Magnolia Elementary School offer ?
Magnolia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia Elementary School part of?
Magnolia Elementary School is part of Trussville City School District.
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