Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Banks School ranks in the top 50% 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 29% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Banks School's student population of 351 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banks School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banks 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
#405 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
34%
32%
White
55%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banks School's ranking?
Banks School is ranked #405 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Banks School often compared to?
Banks Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School, Troy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Banks School?
351 students attend Banks School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Banks School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banks School?
Banks School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Banks School offer ?
Banks School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Banks School part of?
Banks School is part of Pike County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break/Thanksgiving
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students (2/3 Day)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for Teachers
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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