Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Julian Newman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julian Newman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Julian Newman Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Julian Newman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julian Newman Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#170 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
12%
32%
White
58%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Julian Newman Elementary School's ranking?
Julian Newman Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Julian Newman Elementary School often compared to?
Julian Newman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookhill Elementary School, James L Cowart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Julian Newman Elementary School?
382 students attend Julian Newman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Julian Newman Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julian Newman Elementary School?
Julian Newman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Julian Newman Elementary School offer ?
Julian Newman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Julian Newman Elementary School part of?
Julian Newman Elementary School is part of Athens City School District.
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