Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Flat Rock 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flat Rock School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Flat Rock School's student population of 127 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock School is 0.35, 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
#505 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
18%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
79%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flat Rock School's ranking?
Flat Rock School is ranked #505 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Flat Rock School often compared to?
Flat Rock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Flat Rock School?
127 students attend Flat Rock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Flat Rock School students are White, 18% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flat Rock School?
Flat Rock School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Flat Rock School offer ?
Flat Rock School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Flat Rock School part of?
Flat Rock School is part of Jackson County School District.
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