Serving 729 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Margaret Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margaret Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Margaret Elementary School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Be Respectful, Positive, and Motivated – It is the Mustang Way!
School Rankings
Margaret Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret 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
#289 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
69%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Margaret Elementary School's ranking?
Margaret Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Margaret Elementary School often compared to?
Margaret Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odenville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% 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 Margaret Elementary School?
729 students attend Margaret Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Margaret Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret Elementary School?
Margaret Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Margaret Elementary School offer ?
Margaret Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Margaret Elementary School part of?
Margaret Elementary School is part of St Clair County School District.
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