Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Weeden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weeden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Weeden Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weeden 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 Weeden Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#641 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
33%
11%
Black
29%
32%
White
29%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 Weeden Elementary School's ranking?
Weeden Elementary School is ranked #641 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Weeden Elementary School often compared to?
Weeden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlan Elementary School, Forest Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Weeden Elementary School?
424 students attend Weeden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Weeden Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 29% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weeden Elementary School?
Weeden Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weeden Elementary School offer ?
Weeden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Weeden Elementary School part of?
Weeden Elementary School is part of Florence City School District.
In what neighborhood is Weeden Elementary School located?
Weeden Elementary School is located in the East Florence neighborhood of Florence, AL.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2010
It is a wonderful school. Weeden had a very capable and caring group of teachers. This school also has an exceptional administration, as well as music and art program. Weeden is both an AMSTI and ARI school.
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