Peterson Elementary School serves 153 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
153 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Peterson Elementary School?
153 students attend Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Peterson Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peterson Elementary School?
Peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peterson Elementary School offer ?
Peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peterson Elementary School part of?
Peterson Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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