Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Matthews Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matthews Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We exist to educate and empower all students to become highly skilled graduates prepared to positively contribute to their community.
School Rankings
Matthews Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matthews Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#869 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthews Elementary School's ranking?
Matthews Elementary School is ranked #869 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Matthews Elementary School often compared to?
Matthews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestmont Elementary School, Faucettvestavia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Matthews Elementary School?
401 students attend Matthews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Matthews Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matthews Elementary School?
Matthews Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Matthews Elementary School offer ?
Matthews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matthews Elementary School part of?
Matthews Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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