Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Underwood 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Underwood Elementary School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Underwood Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#283 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
5%
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
27%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Underwood Elementary School's ranking?
Underwood Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Underwood Elementary School often compared to?
Underwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Underwood Elementary School?
340 students attend Underwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Underwood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Underwood Elementary School?
Underwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Underwood Elementary School offer ?
Underwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Underwood Elementary School part of?
Underwood Elementary School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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