Brewton Elementary School ranked #175 in Alabama in 2023, maintaining placement among the top 20% of public schools in the state, though its ranking fluctuated from #112 in 2021 to #237 in 2022 before improving.
Math proficiency ranged from 50–54% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, but showed a decline from a peak of 70–74% in 2019 and 2018; reading proficiency was 60–64%, also higher than the state average of 47%, with variable trends over recent years.
Enrollment increased from 412 students in 2019 to 485 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 46% to 53%, reflecting a rise in socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades prekindergarten through 4 with an enrollment of 463 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of approximately 15:1, placing it among the lowest ratios in Alabama.
Minority enrollment totals 41%, including significant representation of Black and multi–racial students, consistent with demographic trends in this Union County AL high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brewton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Brewton Elementary School's student population of 476 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Brewton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brewton Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#175 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
31%
31%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brewton Elementary School's ranking?
Brewton Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Brewton Elementary School often compared to?
Brewton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W S Neal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Brewton Elementary School?
476 students attend Brewton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Brewton Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brewton Elementary School?
Brewton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brewton Elementary School offer ?
Brewton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brewton Elementary School part of?
Brewton Elementary School is part of Brewton City School District.
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