Hatton Elementary School ranked #625 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #191 in 2018, indicating a downward trend in overall state ranking for this Lawrence County school.
Math proficiency fell to 21% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 49%, slightly higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 25–29%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 437 students in grades PK–6, with 15% minority enrollment, and 41% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, showing stable socioeconomic status over recent years.
The student–teacher ratio was 17:1 in 2023 with an average class size of 15, supported by 25 teachers serving the school's Pre–K through 6th grade students.
Reading proficiency showed modest improvement to 49% in 2022 while math proficiency declined from higher historical rates, reflecting weaker academic performance trends in key subjects for this Town Creek, AL elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hatton Elementary School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Hatton 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 Hatton Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#625 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
84%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lawrence County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatton Elementary School's ranking?
Hatton Elementary School is ranked #625 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hatton Elementary School?
424 students attend Hatton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hatton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hatton Elementary School?
Hatton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hatton Elementary School offer ?
Hatton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hatton Elementary School part of?
Hatton Elementary School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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