Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Priceville Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Priceville Elementary School serves the northern part of Decatur, AL, covering an area of approximately 47.8 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.8 miles and the furthest point located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priceville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Priceville Elementary School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Rankings
Priceville Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Priceville Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#108 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
2%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
86%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-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 Priceville Elementary School's ranking?
Priceville Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Priceville Elementary School often compared to?
Priceville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fe Burleson Elementary School, Danvilleneel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Priceville Elementary School?
674 students attend Priceville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Priceville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priceville Elementary School?
Priceville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Priceville Elementary School offer ?
Priceville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Priceville Elementary School part of?
Priceville Elementary School is part of Morgan County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great leadership in this school! High expectations for all students; music/art classes along with clubs make school fun for students. Parents are encouraged to become involved. This faculty thinks "outside-the-box" to help students succeed!
5 10/10/2025
Warm and friendly school with a great staff! Students learn through hands-on experiments. School is fun for my child! Administrators are eager to help kids learn.
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