Serving 414 students in grades 1-5, Golden Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Springs Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Springs 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
#1016 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
79%
32%
White
9%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Springs Elementary School is ranked #1016 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Golden Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Golden Springs Elementary School?
414 students attend Golden Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Golden Springs Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Springs Elementary School?
Golden Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Springs Elementary School offer ?
Golden Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Golden Springs Elementary School part of?
Golden Springs Elementary School is part of Anniston City School District.
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