Pinecrest Elementary School serves 436 students in grades 3-5.
Pinecrest Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (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 46% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pinecrest Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
436 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinecrest Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% 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 Pinecrest Elementary School is 0.57, which is less 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
#444 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
5%
10%

Black
45%
32%

White
48%
53%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Pinecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Pinecrest Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 1,276 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Elementary School?
436 students attend Pinecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pinecrest Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Elementary School?
Pinecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Elementary School offer ?
Pinecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Pinecrest Elementary School part of?
Pinecrest Elementary School is part of Sylacauga City School District.
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