West Blocton Elementary School serves 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
West Blocton Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Blocton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
West Blocton Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Blocton Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of West Blocton Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#596 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
6%
32%
White
84%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Blocton Elementary School's ranking?
West Blocton Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West Blocton Elementary School often compared to?
West Blocton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodstock Elementary School, Brent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend West Blocton Elementary School?
253 students attend West Blocton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Blocton Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Blocton Elementary School?
West Blocton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does West Blocton Elementary School offer ?
West Blocton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is West Blocton Elementary School part of?
West Blocton Elementary School is part of Bibb County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2007
As a grandparent of a kindergarten student at West Blocton Elementary School, I have been very impressed with the parental/teacher involvement. The office staff as well, have been very helpful and knowledgeable with the events and activities of the students.
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