Serving 414 students in grades 3-5, Pinecrest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 49% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinecrest Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#629 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
43%
32%
White
51%
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
69%
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 Pinecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Pinecrest Elementary School is ranked #629 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pinecrest Elementary School often compared to?
Pinecrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Valley Elementary School, Bb Comer Memorial Elementary School, Fayetteville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Elementary School?
414 students attend Pinecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pinecrest Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Elementary School?
Pinecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Elementary School offer ?
Pinecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Pinecrest Elementary School part of?
Pinecrest Elementary School is part of Sylacauga City School District.
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