West Elementary School serves 687 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
60%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
33%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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
How many students attend West Elementary School?
687 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Russellville City School District.
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