Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harrand Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrand Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harrand Creek Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrand Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrand Creek Elementary School is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
35%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
33%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Harrand Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Harrand Creek Elementary School is ranked #366 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Harrand Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Harrand Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Hill Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School, Rucker Boulevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Harrand Creek Elementary School?
450 students attend Harrand Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Harrand Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrand Creek Elementary School?
Harrand Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrand Creek Elementary School offer ?
Harrand Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Harrand Creek Elementary School part of?
Harrand Creek Elementary School is part of Enterprise City School District.
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