Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Summerdale School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summerdale School's student population of 617 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Summerdale 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 Summerdale 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
#530 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
31%
11%
Black
5%
32%
White
55%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Summerdale School's ranking?
Summerdale School is ranked #530 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Summerdale School?
617 students attend Summerdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Summerdale School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summerdale School?
Summerdale School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summerdale School offer ?
Summerdale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summerdale School part of?
Summerdale School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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