Stapleton School ranked #197 in Alabama for 2023, maintaining a strong position in the top 20% of state public schools over recent years.
Math proficiency in 2023 was 40–44%, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 65–69%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency remained solid at 50–59% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, with a noted decline from 60–79% in 2021.
Enrollment increased slightly to 209 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, serving grades Pre–K through 6 in this Baldwin County public school.
Minority enrollment was 18%, while 51% of students qualified for free lunch in 2023, reflecting an increase in socioeconomic need compared to prior years.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stapleton School serves the west part of Stapleton, AL, covering an area of approximately 29.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located around 5.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stapleton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stapleton School's student population of 203 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Stapleton School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stapleton School is 0.29, 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
#197 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
84%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stapleton School's ranking?
Stapleton School is ranked #197 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Stapleton School often compared to?
Stapleton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loxley Elementary School, Spanish Fort Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Stapleton School?
203 students attend Stapleton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Stapleton School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stapleton School?
Stapleton School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stapleton School offer ?
Stapleton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stapleton School part of?
Stapleton School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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