Serving 867 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wetumpka Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wetumpka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wetumpka Elementary School's student population of 867 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wetumpka 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 Wetumpka Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#327 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
34%
32%
White
55%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Wetumpka Elementary School's ranking?
Wetumpka Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wetumpka Elementary School often compared to?
Wetumpka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Wetumpka Elementary School?
867 students attend Wetumpka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wetumpka Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wetumpka Elementary School?
Wetumpka Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Wetumpka Elementary School offer ?
Wetumpka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Wetumpka Elementary School part of?
Wetumpka Elementary School is part of Elmore County School District.
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