Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phenix City 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 34% (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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phenix City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Phenix City Elementary School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Phenix City 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 Phenix City Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#787 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
67%
32%
White
18%
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
87%
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 Phenix City Elementary School's ranking?
Phenix City Elementary School is ranked #787 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Phenix City Elementary School often compared to?
Phenix City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgecrest Elementary School, Sherwood 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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Phenix City Elementary School?
657 students attend Phenix City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Phenix City Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phenix City Elementary School?
Phenix City Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phenix City Elementary School offer ?
Phenix City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phenix City Elementary School part of?
Phenix City Elementary School is part of Phenix City School District.
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