Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ohatchee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 29% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ohatchee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ohatchee Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ohatchee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ohatchee Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#261 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
3%
32%
White
92%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
44%
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 Ohatchee Elementary School's ranking?
Ohatchee Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ohatchee Elementary School often compared to?
Ohatchee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexandria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Ohatchee Elementary School?
440 students attend Ohatchee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ohatchee Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ohatchee Elementary School?
Ohatchee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Ohatchee Elementary School offer ?
Ohatchee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Ohatchee Elementary School part of?
Ohatchee Elementary School is part of Calhoun County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students/Graduation
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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