Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montevallo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montevallo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Montevallo Elementary School's student population of 705 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montevallo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montevallo Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#367 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
32%
10%
Black
24%
32%
White
42%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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 Montevallo Elementary School's ranking?
Montevallo Elementary School is ranked #367 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Montevallo Elementary School often compared to?
Montevallo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calera Elementary School, Helena Elementary School, Shelby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Montevallo Elementary School?
705 students attend Montevallo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Montevallo Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montevallo Elementary School?
Montevallo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Montevallo Elementary School offer ?
Montevallo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montevallo Elementary School part of?
Montevallo Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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