Serving 998 students in grades 2-5, Saraland Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). 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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saraland Elementary School's student population of 998 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Saraland Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saraland Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 1285 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saraland Elementary School's ranking?
Saraland Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
998 students attend Saraland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Saraland Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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