Serving 845 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chalkville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chalkville Elementary School's student population of 845 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Chalkville 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 Chalkville Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1180 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
82%
32%
White
3%
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
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Chalkville Elementary School's ranking?
Chalkville Elementary School is ranked #1180 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Chalkville Elementary School often compared to?
Chalkville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles A Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Chalkville Elementary School?
845 students attend Chalkville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Chalkville Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chalkville Elementary School?
Chalkville Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chalkville Elementary School offer ?
Chalkville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chalkville Elementary School part of?
Chalkville Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2010
A great School! Very qualified Administrators, Teachers and Staff. The Children actually LEARN here. I have 2 little ones here, a first grader and a second grader. They both read, write, and do math problems beyond what I would expect of their grade level. It is a joy to hear each of them read to me in perfect diction and pronounciation. They understand what they read. I highly recommend this School.
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