Serving 880 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Smiths Station Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Smiths Station Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Smiths Station Elementary School's student population of 880 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Smiths Station Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Smiths Station Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#233 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
15%
32%
White
69%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Smiths Station Elementary School's ranking?
West Smiths Station Elementary School is ranked #233 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West Smiths Station Elementary School often compared to?
West Smiths Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Smiths Station Elementary School, East Smiths Station Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Smiths Station Elementary School?
880 students attend West Smiths Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of West Smiths Station Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Smiths Station Elementary School?
West Smiths Station Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does West Smiths Station Elementary School offer ?
West Smiths Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Smiths Station Elementary School part of?
West Smiths Station Elementary School is part of Lee County School District.
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