Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Crestline Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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-4
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestline Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Crestline Elementary School's student population of 550 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crestline 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 Crestline Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#153 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
4%
32%
White
89%
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
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestline Elementary School's ranking?
Crestline Elementary School is ranked #153 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Crestline Elementary School often compared to?
Crestline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barkley Bridge Elementary School, Fe Burleson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Crestline Elementary School?
550 students attend Crestline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Crestline Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestline Elementary School?
Crestline Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crestline Elementary School offer ?
Crestline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Crestline Elementary School part of?
Crestline Elementary School is part of Hartselle City School District.
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