Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pike County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pike County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pike County Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pike County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pike County Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#536 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
66%
32%
White
22%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pike County Elementary School's ranking?
Pike County Elementary School is ranked #536 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pike County Elementary School often compared to?
Pike County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School, Banks School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pike County Elementary School?
467 students attend Pike County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pike County Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pike County Elementary School?
Pike County Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pike County Elementary School offer ?
Pike County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pike County Elementary School part of?
Pike County Elementary School is part of Pike County School District.
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