Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Meek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meek Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Arley, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 78.7 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the school's edge and the furthest edge being 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Meek Elementary School's student population of 211 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Meek 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 Meek Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#344 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
31%
White
94%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meek Elementary School's ranking?
Meek Elementary School is ranked #344 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Meek Elementary School often compared to?
Meek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Addison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Meek Elementary School?
211 students attend Meek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Meek Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meek Elementary School?
Meek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meek Elementary School offer ?
Meek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meek Elementary School part of?
Meek Elementary School is part of Winston County School District.
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