Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richard Arrington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Arrington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richard Arrington Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richard Arrington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Arrington Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#1197 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
90%
32%
White
n/a
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
44%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Arrington Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Arrington Elementary School is ranked #1197 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Richard Arrington Elementary School?
351 students attend Richard Arrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Richard Arrington Elementary School students are Black, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Arrington Elementary School?
Richard Arrington Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Richard Arrington Elementary School offer ?
Richard Arrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richard Arrington Elementary School part of?
Richard Arrington Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Arrington Elementary School located?
Richard Arrington Elementary School is located in the Jones Valley neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Jones Valley.
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