T R Simmons Elementary School's state ranking showed fluctuations, improving from #640 in 2014 to #439 in 2017, with recent rankings around #439, indicating varied overall performance trends among Alabama elementary schools.
Math proficiency rose from 42% in 2015 to 58% in 2022, consistently higher than the Alabama state average ranging from 29% to 40% during that period; reading proficiency increased from 39% to 70% from 2017 to 2022 but remained lower than the state average, which ranged from 38% to 47%.
Minority enrollment represented 41% of the student body in recent years, with total enrollment at 519 students; free lunch eligibility increased from 36% in 2005 to approximately 54% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
The school served grades prekindergarten through 1st grade with a student–teacher ratio around 17:1 in recent years, supporting an enrollment of 519 students and 31 teachers.
Science proficiency was reported at 59% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, reflecting stronger performance in science relative to state benchmarks at this Union County AL public school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 39%
- Attendance Zone: T R Simmons Elementary School serves the eastern part of Jasper, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
T R Simmons Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of T R Simmons Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)39%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. 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 schools are T R Simmons Elementary School often compared to?
T R Simmons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cordova Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AL state average).
How many students attend T R Simmons Elementary School?
507 students attend T R Simmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of T R Simmons Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T R Simmons Elementary School?
T R Simmons Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does T R Simmons Elementary School offer ?
T R Simmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is T R Simmons Elementary School part of?
T R Simmons Elementary School is part of Jasper City School District.
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