Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Red Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Bay Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Bay Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
91%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Red Bay Elementary School is ranked #428 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Red Bay Elementary School?
432 students attend Red Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Red Bay Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Bay Elementary School?
Red Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Red Bay Elementary School offer ?
Red Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Red Bay Elementary School part of?
Red Bay Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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