Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Banks 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 32% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Banks School's student population of 384 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Be your best and nothing less!
School Rankings
Banks School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banks School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#396 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
39%
31%
White
48%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banks School's ranking?
Banks School is ranked #396 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Banks School often compared to?
Banks Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School, Troy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Banks School?
384 students attend Banks School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Banks School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banks School?
Banks School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Banks School offer ?
Banks School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banks School part of?
Banks School is part of Pike County School District.
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