William L Radney Elementary School ranked #577 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #552 in 2022 and #368 in 2016, placing it in the top 50% statewide overall.
Math proficiency was 33% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, but reading proficiency was 38%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency stood at 33%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 482 students in 2019 to 438 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 64% and about 51% of students qualifying for free or reduced–price lunch.
The school serves grades 5–6 with a 2023 enrollment of 412 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, consistent with recent years.
As a Title I eligible Alabama school in Alexander City, William L Radney Elementary participated in the National School Lunch Program but did not offer virtual instruction as of 2024.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William L Radney Elementary School serves the entire district of Alexander City, AL, covering an area of approximately 112.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
William L Radney Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The MISSION of the Alexander City Schools is to provide a safe and inviting learning environment with high expectations for ALL.
School Rankings
William L Radney 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 William L Radney Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#577 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
44%
31%
White
39%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William L Radney Elementary School's ranking?
William L Radney Elementary School is ranked #577 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend William L Radney Elementary School?
414 students attend William L Radney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of William L Radney Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William L Radney Elementary School?
William L Radney Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does William L Radney Elementary School offer ?
William L Radney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William L Radney Elementary School part of?
William L Radney Elementary School is part of Alexander City School District.
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