Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kelly Springs 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 19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelly Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kelly Springs Elementary School's student population of 533 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Kelly Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelly Springs Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#737 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
53%
32%
White
21%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kelly Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Kelly Springs Elementary School is ranked #737 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Kelly Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Kelly Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School, Webb Elementary School, Rehobeth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Kelly Springs Elementary School?
533 students attend Kelly Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kelly Springs Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelly Springs Elementary School?
Kelly Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelly Springs Elementary School offer ?
Kelly Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Springs Elementary School part of?
Kelly Springs Elementary School is part of Dothan City School District.
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