Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allentown Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allentown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Allentown Elementary School's student population of 776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Allentown Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allentown Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#335 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
59%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allentown Elementary School's ranking?
Allentown Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Allentown Elementary School often compared to?
Allentown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breitling Elementary School, Calcedeaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Allentown Elementary School?
776 students attend Allentown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Allentown Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allentown Elementary School?
Allentown Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allentown Elementary School offer ?
Allentown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Allentown Elementary School part of?
Allentown Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Allentown Elementary School located?
Allentown Elementary School is located in the Camelia neighborhood of Semmes, AL.
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