Serving 1,034 students in grades 2-5, Saraland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 1,034 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Saraland Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Saraland school district, covering approximately 28.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saraland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saraland Elementary School's student population of 1,034 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,034 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Motto
Expect More. Achieve More.
School Rankings
Saraland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saraland Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#16 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
17%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
73%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-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 Saraland Elementary School's ranking?
Saraland Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Saraland Elementary School?
1,034 students attend Saraland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Saraland Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saraland Elementary School?
Saraland Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saraland Elementary School offer ?
Saraland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saraland Elementary School part of?
Saraland Elementary School is part of Saraland City School District.
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