Weeden Elementary School, a Florence City public elementary school in Alabama, ranked #505 in the state in 2023 after fluctuating between #170 and #950 since 2010, showing overall improvement since 2015 but a decline from its peak in 2013.
Math proficiency ranged from 40–44%, substantially higher than the state average of 30% in 2023, while reading proficiency was 35–39%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 15–19%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained steady around 422 students in grades PK–4 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 77% and 86% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting consistent socioeconomic conditions over recent years.
The school maintained a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 with 26 teachers, ranking among the top 10% in Alabama for lowest student–teacher ratio and top 10% for highest free lunch eligibility.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weeden Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Florence, AL, encompassing approximately 26.3 square miles. Most students typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weeden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Weeden Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weeden 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 Weeden Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)24.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 is Weeden Elementary School's ranking?
Weeden Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Weeden Elementary School often compared to?
Weeden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlan Elementary School, Forest Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Weeden Elementary School?
477 students attend Weeden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Weeden Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weeden Elementary School?
Weeden Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weeden Elementary School offer ?
Weeden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weeden Elementary School part of?
Weeden Elementary School is part of Florence City School District.
In what neighborhood is Weeden Elementary School located?
Weeden Elementary School is located in the East Florence neighborhood of Florence, AL.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is a wonderful school. Weeden had a very capable and caring group of teachers. This school also has an exceptional administration, as well as music and art program. Weeden is both an AMSTI and ARI school.
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