Susan Moore Elementary School, a Blountsville public school serving grades PK–6, ranked #463 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #646 in 2021 and #702 in 2015.
Math proficiency was 33%, higher than the state average of 30% in 2023, recovering from a low of 17% in 2021; reading proficiency stood at 47%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment was 41% with 419 students eligible for free lunch, an increase from 42% in 2001, indicating rising socioeconomic needs over time.
Enrollment was 590 students with 31 teachers, yielding a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, increased from 16:1 in earlier years; the school is Title I eligible.
Science proficiency ranged between 35–39%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%, and the graduation rate consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 versus 88% statewide.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susan Moore Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Build. Create. Succeed.
School Rankings
Susan Moore 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 Susan Moore 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
#463 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
37%
12%
Black
n/a
31%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan Moore Elementary School's ranking?
Susan Moore Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Susan Moore Elementary School often compared to?
Susan Moore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blountsville Elementary School, Southeastern School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Susan Moore Elementary School?
582 students attend Susan Moore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Susan Moore Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susan Moore Elementary School?
Susan Moore Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Susan Moore Elementary School offer ?
Susan Moore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Susan Moore Elementary School part of?
Susan Moore Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
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