Samson Elementary School ranked #523 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #699 in 2022 and #969 in 2013, placing it in the top 50% of state schools and among the top 5% most improved public schools in Alabama.
Math proficiency ranged from 30% to 34% in 2023, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 40% to 44%, also about equal to the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 30% to 39%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 320 students in 2017 to 358 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 28% and 274 students (approximately 77%) qualifying for free lunch, reflecting consistent socioeconomic need.
Serving grades prekindergarten through 5, Samson Elementary had 358 students with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, supported by 23 teachers.
The school's graduation rate stood at 95% in recent years, exceeding the Alabama state average of 88% in 2023.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Samson Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Samson, AL, covering an area of approximately 213.2 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 8.3 miles, and the furthest edge located 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Samson Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Samson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samson Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#523 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Samson Elementary School's ranking?
Samson Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Samson Elementary School often compared to?
Samson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geneva County Elementary School, Slocomb Elementary School, Mulkey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Samson Elementary School?
361 students attend Samson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Samson Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samson Elementary School?
Samson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samson Elementary School offer ?
Samson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samson Elementary School part of?
Samson Elementary School is part of Geneva County School District.
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