Perdido Elementary School ranked #350 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #248 in 2021 but remaining in the top 30% statewide among Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency was 33% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency at 58% also exceeded the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was notably strong at 65–69%, placing Perdido Elementary among the top 10% in the state and well above the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased to 596 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, and 63% of students were eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating a significant proportion of economically disadvantaged students.
The school served grades Pre–K through 8 with 37 teachers in 2023, maintaining a relatively stable enrollment growth from 426 students in 2002 to 596 in 2023.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Perdido Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Perdido, AL, covering an area of approximately 166.1 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perdido Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Perdido Elementary School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Perdido 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 Perdido Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#350 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perdido Elementary School's ranking?
Perdido Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Perdido Elementary School often compared to?
Perdido Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summerdale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Perdido Elementary School?
572 students attend Perdido Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Perdido Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perdido Elementary School?
Perdido Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Perdido Elementary School offer ?
Perdido Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perdido Elementary School part of?
Perdido Elementary School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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