Serving 749 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montevallo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montevallo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Montevallo Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montevallo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montevallo Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
32%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
42%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montevallo Elementary School's ranking?
Montevallo Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Montevallo Elementary School often compared to?
Montevallo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calera Elementary School, Helena Elementary School, Shelby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Montevallo Elementary School?
749 students attend Montevallo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Montevallo Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montevallo Elementary School?
Montevallo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montevallo Elementary School offer ?
Montevallo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montevallo Elementary School part of?
Montevallo Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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