C L Salter Elementary School in Talladega, AL serves 350 students in grades 1–3 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio indicating larger class sizes typical for this Alabama elementary school.
The school's math proficiency is 20–24%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30% but higher than the Talladega City district's average of 12%, showing persistently low math performance.
Reading proficiency at C L Salter Elementary is 20–24%, significantly lower than the state average of 47% and district average of 30%, reflecting ongoing challenges in literacy skills for young students in this Talladega school.
Science proficiency is 20%, lower than the state average of 38% but slightly higher than the district rate of 18%, indicating continued below–average science achievement at this public elementary school.
Enrollment increased from 223 students in 2022 to 362 students in 2023, with free lunch eligibility rising sharply from 56% to 89%, highlighting a significant increase in low–income student population at this Title I Alabama school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C L Salter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
C L Salter Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
C L Salter 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 C L Salter Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#892 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
76%
32%
White
13%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C L Salter Elementary School's ranking?
C L Salter Elementary School is ranked #892 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend C L Salter Elementary School?
350 students attend C L Salter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of C L Salter Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C L Salter Elementary School?
C L Salter Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does C L Salter Elementary School offer ?
C L Salter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C L Salter Elementary School part of?
C L Salter Elementary School is part of Talladega City School District.
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