Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cold Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cold Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cold Springs Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cold Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cold Springs Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#228 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
94%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Cold Springs Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Cold Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Cold Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Hanceville Elementary School, Holly Pond 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 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Cold Springs Elementary School?
519 students attend Cold Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cold Springs Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cold Springs Elementary School?
Cold Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cold Springs Elementary School offer ?
Cold Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cold Springs Elementary School part of?
Cold Springs Elementary School is part of Cullman County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/3/2009
Cold Springs is an outstanding school. It has good academic programs and good sports programs. Every kid gets to play. Cold Springs encourages parental involvement. Its a great small town to raise children.
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