Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Loxley Elementary 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 29% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loxley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Loxley Elementary School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Loxley Elementary 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 Loxley Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#431 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
66%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
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 Loxley Elementary School's ranking?
Loxley Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Loxley Elementary School?
482 students attend Loxley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Loxley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loxley Elementary School?
Loxley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Loxley Elementary School offer ?
Loxley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Loxley Elementary School part of?
Loxley Elementary School is part of Baldwin County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Veterans Day Holiday - School Closed
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
Last day of 2nd Quarter
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
MLK Holiday - School Closed
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of 3rd Quarter
March 13, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of 4th Quarter
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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