West Elementary School, a Cullman City public school serving grades 2–6 with 592 students and a 19:1 student–teacher ratio, ranked #98 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #104 the previous year but showing decline from earlier top 10% ranks in 2011 and 2012.
Math proficiency was 59%, higher than the Alabama state average of 30% in 2023, and reading/language arts proficiency was 70%, higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 55–59%, also higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 580–590 students over recent years, with minority enrollment approximately 16%, including 74 Hispanic and 8 Black students, and 244 students eligible for free lunch indicating consistent socioeconomic diversity.
The school maintained a consistent graduation rate near 95%, exceeding the state average of 88–91% over the past decade, reflecting strong student outcomes at this Alabama elementary school.
West Elementary was Title I eligible and recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2009, participating in the National School Lunch Program without virtual instruction options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Students from Cullman neighborhoods typically commute 5-10 minutes (average distance 2.5 mi., with the furthest at 5.4 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#98 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
84%
51%
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
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cullman City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
592 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Cullman City School District.
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