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Meadowlane Elementary School

Summary:

Meadowlane Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phenix City, Alabama, serving 153 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Phenix City School District, which is ranked 87 out of 137 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating.

Meadowlane Elementary faces significant challenges, with a student population that is 84.97% African American and 98.04% from low-socioeconomic backgrounds. The school's academic performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is generally lower than the Phenix City and Alabama state averages across various grade levels and subjects. For example, in 2023-2024, Meadowlane's 3rd-grade math proficiency rate was 44%, compared to the Phenix City average of 37.48% and the Alabama average of 42.16%. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Alabama elementary schools, earning a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Meadowlane's per-student spending and student-teacher ratio are better than nearby schools like Lakewood Elementary, Sherwood Elementary, and Ridgecrest Elementary, which have higher test scores and better overall rankings, the data suggests that factors beyond funding and class size are likely at play. Meadowlane's African American students perform relatively well compared to the school's overall performance, but the school's low-socioeconomic status students rank much lower. Targeted interventions and support may be necessary to improve student outcomes at Meadowlane Elementary.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 709 Meadowlane Dr
       Phenix City, AL  36869-7637

(334) 298-2568

District: Phenix City

SchoolDigger Rank:
429th of 684 Alabama Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,221 Help


Students who attend Meadowlane Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Phenix City Intermediate School
    South Girard School
High:    Central High School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.4 Help
Number of students:  153

Racial breakdown:

African American:
85.0%
White:
6.5%
Hispanic:
3.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  98% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Meadowlane Elementary School ranks worse than 62.7% of elementary schools in Alabama. It also ranks 4th among 6 ranked elementary schools in the Phenix City School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 40.32. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Meadowlane Elementary School has the smallest elementary school student body size in the Phenix City School District. Racial makeup is: African American (85%), White (6.5%), Hispanic (3.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 98% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Phenix City School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Meadowlane Elementary School is 14.4, which is the 2nd best among 6 elementary schools in the Phenix City School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Meadowlane Elementary School is $11,221, which is the highest among 7 elementary schools in the Phenix City School District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Meadowlane Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Meadowlane Elementary School 429th of 684 Alabama public elementary schools. (See Meadowlane Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


Low Socio Economic Status students:
Female students:
African American students:


Phenix City:

SchoolDigger ranks Phenix City 87th of 137 Alabama school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Meadowlane Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Meadowlane Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 44.01 428th 688 37.8%
2006 41.34 453rd 689 34.3%
2007 52.71 366th 698 47.6%
2008 42.46 456th 698 34.7%
2009 46.42 425th 696 38.9%
2010 59.81 312th 704 55.7%
2011 46.31 466th 709 34.3%
2012 40.78 503rd 696 27.7%
2013 48.18 460th 696 33.9%
2014 24.74 551st 695 20.7%
2015 30.98 506th 691 26.8%
2016 33.58 481st 691 30.4%
2017 25.82 523rd 688 24.0%
2018 14.93 592nd 680 12.9%
2019 34.79 461st 681 32.3%
2021 20.65 542nd 692 21.7%
2022 19.70 546th 687 20.5%
2023 38.18 429th 680 36.9%
2024 40.32 429th 684 37.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Meadowlane Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 19.71 561st 651 13.8%
2019 48.88 339th 649 47.8%
2021 27.85 475th 653 27.3%
2022 29.55 481st 651 26.1%
2023 54.46 283rd 623 54.6%
2024 55.13 294th 670 56.1%
See the entire list of Best Alabama Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Meadowlane Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2017 33.36 454th 639 29.0%
2018 18.91 541st 640 15.5%
2019 51.41 316th 646 51.1%
2021 22.96 510th 656 22.3%
2022 24.07 501st 656 23.6%
2023 32.83 443rd 645 31.3%
2024 30.44 464th 650 28.6%
See the entire list of Best Alabama Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Male students at Meadowlane Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2017 22.69 506th 639 20.8%
2018 15.72 570th 650 12.3%
2019 21.88 520th 650 20.0%
2021 19.64 531st 669 20.6%
2022 16.60 560th 669 16.3%
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Rank History for African American students at Meadowlane Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.55 300th 423 29.1%
2019 61.65 125th 426 70.7%
2021 35.01 273rd 426 35.9%
2022 34.98 262nd 426 38.5%
2023 62.73 112th 427 73.8%
2024 61.30 125th 420 70.2%
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Data source: test scores: Alabama State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Meadowlane Elementary School Test Scores
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Data source: Alabama State Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a principal
Sunday, June 4, 2017

Open Quote Meadowlane Elementary is a small community school that provides engaging and rigorous instruction to meet the needs of the 21st century. Students have accessibility to ipads, chromebooks, spheroes, music, art, media center and a state of the arts smart lab. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, October 26, 2012

Open Quote Meadowlane Elementary School is doing great things with their students. I am so impressed with the quality of education my child is getting. Mr. Dubose your school ROCKS! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!!!!!!!!! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Meadowlane Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 285 285
1989 0 256 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 256
1990 0 262 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 262
1991 3 247 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 250
1992 6 213 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 219
1993 11 215 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 226
1994 8 195 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 203
1995 2 201 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 203
1996 2 201 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 203
1997 0 203 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 205
1998 2 205 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 208
1999 1 176 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 180
2000 0 174 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 176
2001 1 140 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 143
2002 0 117 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 118
2003 0 117 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 118
2004 7 149 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1 157
2005 4 144 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 148
2006 6 159 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 165
2007 13 197 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 210
2008 4 176 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 180
2009 2 194 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 196
2010 9 186 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 197
2011 9 183 1 0 0 0 2 0 195
2012 10 195 0 5 0 0 8 0 218
2013 10 196 0 5 0 0 9 0 220
2014 9 176 0 7 0 0 9 0 201
2015 12 198 0 5 0 0 10 0 225
2016 7 188 0 8 0 0 8 0 211
2017 5 163 0 13 0 0 14 0 195
2018 10 174 0 13 2 0 8 0 207
2019 5 161 0 6 0 0 9 0 181
2020 5 178 1 5 0 0 13 0 202
2021 6 158 1 4 1 0 13 0 183
2022 4 151 1 4 1 0 11 0 172
2023 10 130 1 6 0 0 6 0 153

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Meadowlane Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 285 12.0 23.7 0
1989 256 12.0 21.3 n/a
1990 262 13.0 20.1 0
1991 250 13.0 19.2 n/a
1992 219 11.0 19.9 n/a
1993 226 10.0 22.6 n/a
1994 203 12.0 16.9 n/a
1995 203 11.5 17.7 n/a
1996 203 11.5 17.7 n/a
1997 205 12.5 16.4 86.3
1998 208 11.5 18.1 91.3
1999 180 12.0 15.0 95
2000 176 12.0 14.7 94.3
2001 143 9.0 15.9 93.7
2002 118 9.0 13.1 97.5
2003 118 9.0 13.1 97.5
2004 157 9.5 16.5 88.5
2005 148 14.0 10.6 96.6
2006 165 13.0 12.7 96.4
2007 210 15.0 14.0 97.1
2008 180 12.5 14.4 93.3
2009 196 13.8 14.0 94.9
2010 197 17.0 11.5 98.5
2011 195 14.0 13.9 94.4
2012 218 14.0 15.5 97.7
2013 220 16.0 13.7 95
2014 201 13.0 15.4 93.5
2015 225 16.0 14.0 88
2016 211 14.0 15.0 95.3
2017 195 12.0 16.2 97.9
2018 207 13.0 15.9 95.2
2019 181 13.0 13.9 97.8
2020 202 12.2 16.4 94.6
2021 183 14.3 12.7 86.3
2022 172 12.0 14.3 93.6
2023 153 10.6 14.4 98

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Meadowlane Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 285 12.0 23.7 0
1989 256 12.0 21.3 n/a
1990 262 13.0 20.1 0
1991 250 13.0 19.2 n/a
1992 219 11.0 19.9 n/a
1993 226 10.0 22.6 n/a
1994 203 12.0 16.9 n/a
1995 203 11.5 17.7 n/a
1996 203 11.5 17.7 n/a
1997 205 12.5 16.4 86.3
1998 208 11.5 18.1 91.3
1999 180 12.0 15.0 95
2000 176 12.0 14.7 94.3
2001 143 9.0 15.9 93.7
2002 118 9.0 13.1 97.5
2003 118 9.0 13.1 97.5
2004 157 9.5 16.5 88.5
2005 148 14.0 10.6 96.6
2006 165 13.0 12.7 96.4
2007 210 15.0 14.0 97.1
2008 180 12.5 14.4 93.3
2009 196 13.8 14.0 94.9
2010 197 17.0 11.5 98.5
2011 195 14.0 13.9 94.4
2012 218 14.0 15.5 97.7
2013 220 16.0 13.7 95
2014 201 13.0 15.4 93.5
2015 225 16.0 14.0 88
2016 211 14.0 15.0 95.3
2017 195 12.0 16.2 97.9
2018 207 13.0 15.9 95.2
2019 181 13.0 13.9 97.8
2020 202 12.2 16.4 94.6
2021 183 14.3 12.7 86.3
2022 172 12.0 14.3 93.6
2023 153 10.6 14.4 98

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Meadowlane Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $2,079 (18.5%) $9,123 (81.3%) $11,221

Data source: Alabama Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Meadowlane Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 461st of 681 Elementary schoolsRanks 429th of 680 Elementary schools
 4.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Meadowlane Elementary School)65.542.1
 23.4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Phenix City)58.640.8
 17.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Alabama)57.543.6
 13.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Meadowlane Elementary School)5012
 38%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Phenix City)50.627.3
 23.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Alabama)47.334.9
 12.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Meadowlane Elementary School)34.519.2
 15.3%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Phenix City)51.836.4
 15.5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Alabama)44.933.9
 10.9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students181153
 15.5%
African American161130
 19.3%
American Indian00
Asian01
Hispanic66
Pacific Islander00
White510
 100%
Two or More Races96
 33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients97.8%98%
 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meadowlane Elementary School

Meadowlane Elementary School ranks 429th of 684 Alabama elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 153 students attended Meadowlane Elementary School.

Students at Meadowlane Elementary School are 85% African American, 7% White, 4% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races.

Students who attend Meadowlane Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Phenix City Intermediate School
Middle : South Girard School
High : Central High School


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