Wa Threadgill Primary School serves 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Attendance Zone: WA Threadgill Primary School's attendance zone is located in Sheffield, AL, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles, which encompasses the entire school district. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wa Threadgill Primary School's student population of 344 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wa Threadgill Primary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
31%
31%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wa Threadgill Primary School often compared to?
Wa Threadgill Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview Elementary School, G W Trenholm Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wa Threadgill Primary School?
344 students attend Wa Threadgill Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Wa Threadgill Primary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wa Threadgill Primary School?
Wa Threadgill Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wa Threadgill Primary School offer ?
Wa Threadgill Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wa Threadgill Primary School part of?
Wa Threadgill Primary School is part of Sheffield City School District.
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