Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ladonia 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 31% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ladonia Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ladonia Elementary 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 Ladonia Elementary 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
#442 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
21%
31%
White
56%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Ladonia Elementary School's ranking?
Ladonia Elementary School is ranked #442 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ladonia Elementary School often compared to?
Ladonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Primary School, Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Ladonia Elementary School?
461 students attend Ladonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ladonia Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ladonia Elementary School?
Ladonia Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ladonia Elementary School offer ?
Ladonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ladonia Elementary School part of?
Ladonia Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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