Serving 573 students in grades 2-6, West 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 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
573 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#163 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
![This chart display the percentage of Asian students in West Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Alabama by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart display the percentage of Asian students in West Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Alabama by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/asian_islander_ethnicity/0/380/west-elementary-school-chart-VuxV0D.png)
Hispanic
14%
10%
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Black
2%
32%
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White
79%
53%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in AL. This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in AL.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/0/380/west-elementary-school-chart-VuxV3N.png)
![This chart display the diversity score of West Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Alabama by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart display the diversity score of West Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Alabama by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/0/380/west-elementary-school-chart-bpFCzRT.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
573 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Cullman City School District.
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