Serving 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mccalla 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 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood Elementary School serves the southern part of Bessemer, AL, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Most families live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccalla Elementary School's student population of 752 students has grown by 203% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 173% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Mccalla 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 Mccalla Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#682 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
56%
31%
White
23%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Mccalla Elementary School's ranking?
Mccalla Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mccalla Elementary School?
752 students attend Mccalla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mccalla Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccalla Elementary School?
Mccalla Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mccalla Elementary School offer ?
Mccalla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccalla Elementary School part of?
Mccalla Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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