Summary:
Andalusia Elementary School is the sole elementary school in the Andalusia City district, serving 1,082 students in Pre-K through 6th grade in a community where the district ranks in the top 20% of Alabama districts and holds a 4-star rating.
This school consistently outperforms the state average in every subject and grade level tested, with proficiency gaps ranging from roughly +10 to +28 percentage points. The strongest results appear in 3rd-grade math (73% proficient vs. 45% statewide) and 5th-grade English (81% vs. 70%). However, math proficiency declines steadily as students advance: from 73% in 3rd grade down to 46% in 6th grade, though the school still beats the state at each level. English scores are more stable, with 5th grade actually showing the highest proficiency. The school also posted a remarkable 12-point jump in 4th-grade science proficiency in one year, rising from 58% to 70%. Year-over-year changes are mixed—6th-grade math improved by 6.5 points, but 3rd-grade English dropped by 9.3 points, suggesting some areas may need attention.
Attendance is a clear strength: chronic absenteeism sits at just 5.6%, less than half the state average of 12%. This likely supports the school’s academic success. Despite 54% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, the school maintains performance well above state norms, indicating effective instruction and support. Per-student spending is $8,630 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.4:1. The school’s statewide ranking has remained stable between the 82nd and 84th percentiles over three years, reflecting consistent, reliable quality rather than a one-year fluke. For parents, this school offers strong early-grade academics, a supportive attendance culture, and a track record of beating state averages across the board—though upper-grade math and recent English dips are worth monitoring.
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