Golden Springs Elementary School ranked #960 in Alabama in 2023, showing improvement from #1016 in 2022 but a decline from a peak rank of #324 in 2010, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 13%, lower than the Alabama state average of 30% in 2023; reading proficiency was 29%, also lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency ranged from 15–19%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment rose slightly from 388 students in 2022 to 414 students in 2023, while the student–teacher ratio increased from 19:1 in 2021 to 20:1 in 2023; 73% of students qualified for free lunch, indicating a high level of economic need.
The student body was predominantly minority, with 94% minority enrollment; Black (non–Hispanic) students comprised 308 of 396 total students as of the latest data.
Golden Springs served grades 1 through 5, with a total enrollment of 396 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, consistent with typical suburban Union County NJ high school elementary configurations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anniston area students typically commute within 5-10 minutes (avg. 1.9 mi., with a maximum distance of 3.5 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Springs Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
I am somebody. I have a good mind. I can and will learn. I will obey my parent, teachers, and other adults. I will study and READ, READ, READ. I am proud of my home, my school, and my community. I am somebody. If it is to be, it is up to me. BULLDOG PRIDE
School Rankings
Golden Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Springs Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
78%
31%
White
8%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Anniston City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Springs Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Golden Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Golden Springs Elementary School?
357 students attend Golden Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Golden Springs Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Springs Elementary School?
Golden Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Springs Elementary School offer ?
Golden Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Springs Elementary School part of?
Golden Springs Elementary School is part of Anniston City School District.
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