Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Dean Road Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 86%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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-2
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Math Proficiency: 93%
- Reading Proficiency: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dean Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dean Road Elementary School's student population of 442 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dean Road Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)93%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)96%
86%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
20%
32%
White
55%
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
36%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dean Road Elementary School often compared to?
Dean Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cary Woods Elementary School, Auburn Early Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
How many students attend Dean Road Elementary School?
442 students attend Dean Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Dean Road Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dean Road Elementary School?
Dean Road Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dean Road Elementary School offer ?
Dean Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Dean Road Elementary School part of?
Dean Road Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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