Southern Choctaw Elementary School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–6, had an enrollment of 292 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 in 2023.
The school ranked #582 in Alabama in 2023, improving from a rank of #945 in 2021 but showing fluctuations over the past decade.
Math proficiency was 25–29%, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 40–44%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 40–49%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 472 students in 2004 to 292 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained high at about 62%, reflecting consistent socioeconomic needs.
Minority enrollment stood at 57% with a majority of Black (non–Hispanic) students; demographic composition remained relatively stable over recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Choctaw Elementary School serves the southern part of Gilbertown, AL, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 341.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Choctaw Elementary School's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Choctaw 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 Southern Choctaw Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#582 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. 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 Southern Choctaw Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School is ranked #582 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Southern Choctaw Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Choctaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Choctaw County 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Southern Choctaw Elementary School?
288 students attend Southern Choctaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Southern Choctaw Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Choctaw Elementary School?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Choctaw Elementary School offer ?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Choctaw Elementary School part of?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School is part of Choctaw County School District.
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