Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ranburne Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ranburne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ranburne Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Ranburne 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 Ranburne Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#186 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
96%
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
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Ranburne Elementary School's ranking?
Ranburne Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ranburne Elementary School often compared to?
Ranburne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Ranburne High School, Bowdon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Ranburne Elementary School?
363 students attend Ranburne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ranburne Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ranburne Elementary School?
Ranburne Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ranburne Elementary School offer ?
Ranburne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ranburne Elementary School part of?
Ranburne Elementary School is part of Cleburne County School District.
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