Rachel Patterson Elementary School ranked #654 in Alabama in 2023, down from #447 in 2021, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency at the school was 25–29%, lower than the state average of 30% in 2023, showing a decline from 45–49% in 2019.
Reading proficiency was 35–39% in 2022, lower than the state average of 47%, with a downward trend since 2017 when it reached 46%.
Minority enrollment was 84% among 509 students in grades K–4, with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1; eligibility for free lunch remained high around 73%.
Science proficiency was 20–24% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, reflecting weaker academic performance in key subjects at this Alabama elementary school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rachel Patterson Elementary School serves the western part of Atmore, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 127.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rachel Patterson Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rachel Patterson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rachel Patterson Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#654 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rachel Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Rachel Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
Rachel Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huxford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Rachel Patterson Elementary School?
509 students attend Rachel Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rachel Patterson Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rachel Patterson Elementary School?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rachel Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rachel Patterson Elementary School part of?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School is part of Escambia County School District.
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