Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Walter M Kennedy School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter M Kennedy School's student population of 454 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter M Kennedy School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter M Kennedy School is 0.34, 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
#283 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
80%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Walter M Kennedy School's ranking?
Walter M Kennedy School is ranked #283 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Walter M Kennedy School often compared to?
Walter M Kennedy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iola Roberts Elementary School, Coosa Valley Elementary School, Margaret 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Walter M Kennedy School?
454 students attend Walter M Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Walter M Kennedy School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter M Kennedy School?
Walter M Kennedy School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walter M Kennedy School offer ?
Walter M Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Walter M Kennedy School part of?
Walter M Kennedy School is part of Pell City School District.
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