Whitesburg Elementary School ranked #417 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #384 in 2022 and #319 in 2011, reflecting weaker performance over time among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was 25–29%, lower than the state average of 30% in 2023, while reading proficiency was 55–59%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 40–49%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained steady at approximately 344 students in 2023 with a consistent student–teacher ratio of 15:1; minority enrollment was 68%, reflecting demographic stability at this Berkeley Heights public high school.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch was 37% in 2023, showing a slight decline from 39% in 2012 and indicating socioeconomic shifts within the student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitesburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitesburg Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitesburg 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 Whitesburg Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#417 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
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
9%
12%
Black
51%
31%
White
31%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Huntsville City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitesburg Elementary School's ranking?
Whitesburg Elementary School is ranked #417 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Whitesburg Elementary School?
379 students attend Whitesburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Whitesburg Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitesburg Elementary School?
Whitesburg Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitesburg Elementary School offer ?
Whitesburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitesburg Elementary School part of?
Whitesburg Elementary School is part of Huntsville City School District.
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