Johnson Elementary School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–5 with 377 students and a 16:1 student–teacher ratio, ranked #217 in Alabama in 2023, placing it in the top 20% statewide but showing fluctuating rank trends from #666 in 2012 to #217 in 2023.
Math proficiency was 50–54%, higher than the state average of about 30%, though it declined from 80–85% in 2013 to current levels, while reading proficiency of 55–59% was also higher than the Alabama average near 47%, with declines from earlier peaks; science proficiency remained low at 20–29%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 293 students in 2022 to 363 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility rose notably from 36% in 2022 to 46% in 2023, indicating a socioeconomic shift; minority enrollment stands at 27% with notable Hispanic (54) and Black (31) student populations.
The school maintained a stable student–teacher ratio near 16:1 and consistently high graduation rates around 95%, exceeding the state average of approximately 88% in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Johnson Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnson 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 Johnson Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#217 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
7%
31%
White
72%
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
41%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Limestone County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Johnson Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?
475 students attend Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Johnson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Elementary School?
Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Elementary School part of?
Johnson Elementary School is part of Limestone County School District.
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