Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Vernon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vernon Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vernon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vernon Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#53 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
81%
51%
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
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Vernon Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Vernon Elementary School?
281 students attend Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Vernon Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernon Elementary School?
Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Vernon Elementary School part of?
Vernon Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
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