Wellborn Elementary School ranked #684 in Alabama in 2023, improving slightly from #698 in 2022 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide for overall testing performance.
Math proficiency was 24% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and declined from 38% in 2019; reading proficiency was 40%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment comprised 23% of the student body, with a stable enrollment near 579 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 as of 2023.
The school served grades PK–6, with 579 students and 35 teachers in 2023, and 78% of students were eligible for free lunch, representing a significant increase from 58% in 2022.
Science proficiency was between 40–44%, higher than the state average of 38% in 2022, while reading and math scores showed declines compared to previous years in this Union County AL school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wellborn Elementary School serves the southwest part of its district in Anniston, AL, covering an area of approximately 16.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellborn Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wellborn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellborn Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#684 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
11%
31%
White
75%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellborn Elementary School's ranking?
Wellborn Elementary School is ranked #684 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wellborn Elementary School often compared to?
Wellborn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Alexandria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Wellborn Elementary School?
598 students attend Wellborn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wellborn Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellborn Elementary School?
Wellborn Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellborn Elementary School offer ?
Wellborn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellborn Elementary School part of?
Wellborn Elementary School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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