Pinson Elementary School ranked in the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for diversity, serving grades Pre–K through 2 with 754 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in this Jefferson County school.
Math proficiency declined notably from 74% in 2012 to 17% in 2023, remaining lower than the Alabama state average of 30% in 2023.
Reading proficiency also fell over the past decade, with 41% proficiency in 2022, lower than the state average of 47%, showing a downward trend since 2013.
The school's minority enrollment was 81%, reflecting significant demographic diversity with 220 Hispanic and 346 Black students among 754 total.
Free or reduced–price lunch eligibility rose from 24% in 1999 to 54% in 2023, indicating increased socioeconomic need among the student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinson Elementary School's student population of 753 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pinson Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
29%
12%
Black
47%
31%
White
18%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 schools are Pinson Elementary School often compared to?
Pinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Pinson Elementary School?
753 students attend Pinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pinson Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinson Elementary School?
Pinson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinson Elementary School offer ?
Pinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinson Elementary School part of?
Pinson Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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