Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Stapleton 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stapleton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Stapleton School's student population of 209 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
209 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Stapleton 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 Stapleton School is 0.32, 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
#207 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
1%
1%

Hispanic
5%
11%

Black
1%
32%

White
82%
51%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Stapleton School's ranking?
Stapleton School is ranked #207 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Stapleton School often compared to?
Stapleton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish Fort Elementary School, Loxley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Stapleton School?
209 students attend Stapleton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Stapleton School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stapleton School?
Stapleton School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stapleton School offer ?
Stapleton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Stapleton School part of?
Stapleton School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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