Oliver Elementary School serves 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Oliver Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oliver Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oliver Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Oliver Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#664 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
36%
32%
White
51%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Elementary School's ranking?
Oliver Elementary School is ranked #664 out of 1,276 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Oliver Elementary School?
479 students attend Oliver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Oliver Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliver Elementary School?
Oliver Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Oliver Elementary School offer ?
Oliver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oliver Elementary School part of?
Oliver Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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