Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Verner Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Verner Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Verner Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verner Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
21%
32%
White
69%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verner Elementary School's ranking?
Verner Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Verner Elementary School often compared to?
Verner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Quarry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Verner Elementary School?
621 students attend Verner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Verner Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verner Elementary School?
Verner Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verner Elementary School offer ?
Verner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verner Elementary School part of?
Verner Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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