Serving 783 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pelham Ridge ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Ridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pelham Ridge's student population of 783 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelham Ridge ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham Ridge is 0.71, which is more 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
#309 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
24%
31%
White
37%
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
44%
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 Pelham Ridge's ranking?
Pelham Ridge is ranked #309 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pelham Ridge often compared to?
Pelham Ridgeis often viewed alongside schools like Pelham Oaks by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pelham Ridge?
783 students attend Pelham Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Pelham Ridge students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham Ridge?
Pelham Ridge has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pelham Ridge offer ?
Pelham Ridge offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham Ridge part of?
Pelham Ridge is part of Pelham City School District.
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