Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Hidden Lake Primary 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 59%
- Reading Proficiency: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidden Lake Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hidden Lake Primary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hidden Lake Primary School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
70%
32%
White
19%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hidden Lake Primary School often compared to?
Hidden Lake Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AL state average).
How many students attend Hidden Lake Primary School?
442 students attend Hidden Lake Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hidden Lake Primary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidden Lake Primary School?
Hidden Lake Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hidden Lake Primary School offer ?
Hidden Lake Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Hidden Lake Primary School part of?
Hidden Lake Primary School is part of Dothan City School District.
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