Raymond L Young Elementary School in Talladega, AL serves 195 students in prekindergarten and kindergarten with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency at the school is between 25–29%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, and has generally declined from highs of 50–54% in 2017 to the current lower levels.
Reading proficiency ranges from 45–49%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 47%, although the trend shows some fluctuation over recent years.
Science proficiency is between 21–39%, placing the school in the bottom 50% statewide and below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 330 students in 2007 to 195 in recent years, while eligibility for free lunch increased to 63%, indicating a rise in the socioeconomic needs of the student body at this Talladega City elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50% in AL)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond L Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Raymond L Young Elementary School's student population of 174 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Raymond L Young Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
67%
31%
White
20%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Raymond L Young Elementary School?
174 students attend Raymond L Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Raymond L Young Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond L Young Elementary School?
Raymond L Young Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Raymond L Young Elementary School offer ?
Raymond L Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymond L Young Elementary School part of?
Raymond L Young Elementary School is part of Talladega City School District.
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