Farley Elementary School ranked #149 in Alabama in 2023, maintaining a position within the top 20% of the state and showing improvement from a rank of #589 in 2010.
Math proficiency at Farley was 45–49%, higher than the state average of approximately 30% in 2023; reading proficiency was 70–74%, higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 60–69%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment slightly declined from 368 students in 2019 to 341 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at 48% and about 42% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting socioeconomic factors.
The school served grades prekindergarten through 5 with 341 students and 19 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023.
Farley Elementary School is a Title I eligible Huntsville City public school in Alabama, offering no virtual instruction and participating in the National School Lunch Program under the Community Eligibility Option.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Huntsville area. Most students live within a 5-10 min. drive (avg. 1 mi., furthest 1.9 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Farley Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Farley 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 Farley Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#149 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
16%
32%
White
52%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farley Elementary School's ranking?
Farley Elementary School is ranked #149 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Farley Elementary School often compared to?
Farley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rainbow Elementary School, Goldsmithschiffman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Farley Elementary School?
341 students attend Farley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Farley Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farley Elementary School?
Farley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farley Elementary School offer ?
Farley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farley Elementary School part of?
Farley Elementary School is part of Huntsville City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Farley is a great school. I should know, I am a 5th grader here (2017). The teachers are amazing, even though some teachers are strict, they are just trying to teach and keep us safe. I love my teachers. Ms. Hill my robotics and green power teacher. Mrs. Johnson my math teacher. Mrs. Potter my science teacher. Mrs. Carnes my ELA and homeroom teacher. Tina Robinson my reading teacher. I am thankful that all my teachers are amazing.
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