Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gw Long 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 44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gw Long Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gw Long Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gw Long 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 Gw Long Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#185 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
81%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gw Long Elementary School's ranking?
Gw Long Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Gw Long Elementary School often compared to?
Gw Long Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ariton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Gw Long Elementary School?
493 students attend Gw Long Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gw Long Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gw Long Elementary School?
Gw Long Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gw Long Elementary School offer ?
Gw Long Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Gw Long Elementary School part of?
Gw Long Elementary School is part of Dale County School District.
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