Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Piedmont Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piedmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Piedmont Elementary School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
523 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Piedmont Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piedmont Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#110 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
1%

Hispanic
2%
11%

Black
12%
32%

White
78%
51%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont Elementary School's ranking?
Piedmont Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Piedmont Elementary School often compared to?
Piedmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Piedmont Elementary School?
523 students attend Piedmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Piedmont Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piedmont Elementary School?
Piedmont Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Piedmont Elementary School offer ?
Piedmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Piedmont Elementary School part of?
Piedmont Elementary School is part of Piedmont City School District.
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