Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gordo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gordo Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Ethical Leaders...One Child At A Time
School Rankings
Gordo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordo Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#413 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
26%
31%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pickens County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordo Elementary School's ranking?
Gordo Elementary School is ranked #413 out of 1,275 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Gordo Elementary School?
545 students attend Gordo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gordo Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordo Elementary School?
Gordo Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gordo Elementary School offer ?
Gordo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordo Elementary School part of?
Gordo Elementary School is part of Pickens County School District.
School Reviews
Review Gordo Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
