Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Phil Campbell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phil Campbell Elementary School serves the southeast area of Phil Campbell, AL, covering approximately 10.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phil Campbell Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Phil Campbell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phil Campbell Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#392 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
12%
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White
88%
50%
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Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phil Campbell Elementary School's ranking?
Phil Campbell Elementary School is ranked #392 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Phil Campbell Elementary School?
441 students attend Phil Campbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Phil Campbell Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phil Campbell Elementary School?
Phil Campbell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phil Campbell Elementary School offer ?
Phil Campbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phil Campbell Elementary School part of?
Phil Campbell Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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