Pelham Ridge serves 819 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Pelham Ridge placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Ridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pelham Ridge's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelham Ridge is ranked within the top 20% 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 Pelham Ridge is 0.69, 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
#162 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
30%
10%
Black
20%
32%
White
43%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pelham Ridge's ranking?
Pelham Ridge is ranked #162 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Pelham Ridge?
819 students attend Pelham Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pelham Ridge students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pelham Ridge?
Pelham Ridge has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Pelham Ridge offer ?
Pelham Ridge offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pelham Ridge part of?
Pelham Ridge is part of Pelham City School District.
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