Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Crossville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crossville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Crossville Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Crossville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossville Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#711 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
83%
12%
White
15%
50%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossville Elementary School's ranking?
Crossville Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Crossville Elementary School?
658 students attend Crossville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Crossville Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossville Elementary School?
Crossville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crossville Elementary School offer ?
Crossville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crossville Elementary School part of?
Crossville Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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