Southern Choctaw Elementary School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–6, had an enrollment of 292 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 in 2023.
The school ranked #582 in Alabama in 2023, improving from a rank of #945 in 2021 but showing fluctuations over the past decade.
Math proficiency was 25–29%, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 40–44%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 40–49%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 472 students in 2004 to 292 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained high at about 62%, reflecting consistent socioeconomic needs.
Minority enrollment stood at 57% with a majority of Black (non–Hispanic) students; demographic composition remained relatively stable over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbertown area, where students typically live within a 20-30 minute drive, averaging 11 miles, with a maximum distance of 16.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Choctaw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Choctaw Elementary School's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Choctaw 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 Southern Choctaw Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#582 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
54%
31%
White
44%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Choctaw County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Choctaw Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School is ranked #582 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Southern Choctaw Elementary School?
288 students attend Southern Choctaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Southern Choctaw Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Choctaw Elementary School?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Choctaw Elementary School offer ?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Choctaw Elementary School part of?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School is part of Choctaw County School District.
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