Serving 635 students in grades 2-5, Leeds Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leeds Elementary School's student population of 635 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Leeds Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leeds Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#481 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
26%
32%
White
56%
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
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Leeds Elementary School's ranking?
Leeds Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Leeds Elementary School often compared to?
Leeds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moody Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Leeds Elementary School?
635 students attend Leeds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Leeds Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% 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 Leeds Elementary School?
Leeds Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leeds Elementary School offer ?
Leeds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leeds Elementary School part of?
Leeds Elementary School is part of Leeds City School District.
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