Head Elementary School in Montgomery, AL, served grades K–6 before it closed in 2015; historical state ranking declined from #680 in 2010 to #839 in 2011 prior to closure.
Math proficiency dropped sharply from 54% in 2012 to 1% by 2023, remaining significantly lower than the state average of 30% in 2023.
Reading proficiency declined from 86% in 2012 to 24% in 2022, consistently lower than the Alabama state average of 47% in that year.
Minority and socioeconomic data before closure indicated that 53% of students qualified for free lunch in 2011, reflecting socioeconomic challenges within the school community.
At the time of operation, Head Elementary maintained a student–teacher ratio around 16:1 with enrollment near 500 students, typical for a Montgomery County public elementary school.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students (10-11)
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers (10-11)
29 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)75%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)86%
85%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(10-11)12%
4%
Black
(10-11)38%
35%
White
(10-11)48%
58%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(10-11)2%
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
6%
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?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% AL state average).
How many students attend Head Elementary School?
473 students attend Head Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Head Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Head Elementary School offer ?
Head Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Head Elementary School part of?
Head Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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