Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School ranked #86 in Alabama in 2023, a decline from a peak ranking of #49 in 2017 and 2016, indicating fluctuations in overall state standing over the past decade in this Auburn, AL elementary school.
Math proficiency was 64% in 2023, significantly higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, though down from 81–84% levels in 2016–2017; reading proficiency was 70%, higher than the state average of 47%, showing some improvement from prior years.
Science proficiency was 69% in 2022, notably higher than the state average of 38%, maintaining top 5% status statewide for this metric.
Enrollment served grades 3–5 with 404 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in recent reporting, reflecting a moderate school size with 46% minority enrollment and 35% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating socioeconomic diversity.
The school's graduation rate consistently exceeded the state average, with 94% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%, reflecting strong student retention outcomes for this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Auburn area, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive (average 4.3 miles, furthest 8.5 miles).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#86 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
29%
31%
White
53%
50%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School's ranking?
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School often compared to?
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogletree Elementary School, Pick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School?
396 students attend Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School?
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School offer ?
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School part of?
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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