Jemison Elementary School, a Berkeley Heights public high school serving grades PK–3, ranked #662 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #632 in 2022 and from a high of #77 in 2011.
Math proficiency was 20–24%, lower than the Alabama state average of around 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 40–44%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%.
Enrollment slightly increased to 759 students in 2023 with 46% minority enrollment; eligible free lunch students rose to 72%, indicating growing socioeconomic challenges.
The school employed 48 teachers with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, consistent with recent years.
Science proficiency was 20–24%, lower than the state average of 38% in 2022, reflecting a continued need for academic improvement in this area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jemison Elementary School's student population of 752 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating Pathways to Success
School Rankings
Jemison 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 Jemison Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#662 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
37%
12%
Black
7%
31%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jemison Elementary School's ranking?
Jemison Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jemison Elementary School often compared to?
Jemison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isabella High School, Clanton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Jemison Elementary School?
752 students attend Jemison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Jemison Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jemison Elementary School?
Jemison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jemison Elementary School offer ?
Jemison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jemison Elementary School part of?
Jemison Elementary School is part of Chilton County School District.
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