Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Tallassee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tallassee Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tallassee, AL, covering approximately 99.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.4 miles and the furthest edge located 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tallassee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tallassee Elementary School's student population of 609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Tallassee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tallassee Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#337 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
25%
31%
White
61%
50%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Tallassee Elementary School's ranking?
Tallassee Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Tallassee Elementary School often compared to?
Tallassee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eclectic Elementary School, Redland Elementary 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Tallassee Elementary School?
609 students attend Tallassee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Tallassee Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tallassee Elementary School?
Tallassee Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tallassee Elementary School offer ?
Tallassee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tallassee Elementary School part of?
Tallassee Elementary School is part of Tallassee City School District.
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