Wilson Elementary School serves 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
556 students
Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
94%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
556 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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