Serving 603 students in grades 2-6, East Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East 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
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#52 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
89%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
603 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of East Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Cullman City School District.
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