Serving 625 students in grades 4-6, Pike Road Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% 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 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pike Road Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pike Road Intermediate School's student population of 625 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pike Road Intermediate 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 Pike Road Intermediate School is 0.60, 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
#229 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
27%
32%
White
57%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pike Road Intermediate School's ranking?
Pike Road Intermediate School is ranked #229 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pike Road Intermediate School?
625 students attend Pike Road Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Pike Road Intermediate School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pike Road Intermediate School?
Pike Road Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pike Road Intermediate School offer ?
Pike Road Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Pike Road Intermediate School part of?
Pike Road Intermediate School is part of Pike Road City School District.
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