Ider School, a public prekindergarten–12 school in Ider, Alabama, ranked #553 statewide in 2023, improving from #575 in 2022 but fluctuating since 2012, indicating variable overall performance trends among Union County NJ high schools.
Graduation rates at reached 95% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 88%, ranking in the top 5% statewide for graduation rate among New Jersey high schools.
Math proficiency was 29% in 2023, slightly lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency stood at 44%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 30–34%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 808 students in 2012 to 593 students in 2023, while the student–teacher ratio increased from about 14:1 to 16:1; the school's minority enrollment was approximately 24%, with 46% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting socioeconomic factors in this Union County NJ high school.
Serving 593 students with 38 teachers, maintained a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, offering education from prekindergarten through 12th grade as an active Title I eligible school in Dekalb County.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ider School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Ider School's student population of 593 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Ider School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ider 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
#553 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
76%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ider School's ranking?
Ider School is ranked #553 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ider School often compared to?
Ider Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fyffe High School, Wills Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ider School?
The graduation rate of Ider School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ider School?
593 students attend Ider School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ider School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ider School?
Ider School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ider School offer ?
Ider School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ider School part of?
Ider School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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