Elementary Schools in Attalla City

The Attalla City school district in Alabama is home to a single elementary school, Attalla Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. While the school has a relatively large student population of 700, its academic performance has been consistently below the state average, with the school's statewide ranking placing it in the bottom third of Alabama's elementary schools.

Attalla Elementary School's student body is predominantly White (66.14%), with significant percentages of African American (15.86%) and Hispanic (10.43%) students. The school faces significant economic challenges, with a high percentage (82.71%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This economic disadvantage may be a contributing factor to the school's underperformance, particularly in math and science, where proficiency rates lag behind the state averages. Additionally, the school's relatively high student-teacher ratio of 20.5 to 1 suggests potential staffing challenges that could impact the level of individualized attention and support provided to students.

While Attalla Elementary School's performance has declined in recent years, falling from a statewide ranking of 407 out of 687 schools in 2021-2022 to 448 out of 684 schools in 2023-2024, the school's leadership and community may have opportunities to address these challenges and improve academic outcomes for its students. By focusing on targeted interventions in math and science, as well as exploring ways to provide more personalized support to its economically disadvantaged population, Attalla City schools could work to elevate the performance of Attalla Elementary School and better serve the educational needs of the community.