Summary:
Brewton Elementary School is the sole elementary school in the Brewton City district, serving 476 students in Pre-K through 4th grade in a small Alabama city. This single-school district offers a clear, focused picture of elementary education in the area, and the data shows a school that is performing well above state averages across most measures.
Brewton Elementary is a standout performer, holding a 4-star rating and ranking in the 86th percentile statewide—placing it in the top 15% of Alabama’s 686 elementary schools. Its academic results are consistently strong, with 4th graders posting a remarkable 70.37% proficiency in math (28 points above the state average) and 3rd graders hitting 82.89% in English (18 points above the state average). The school’s biggest success story is a stunning 24.92-point jump in 4th grade math proficiency in a single year, from 45.45% to 70.37%, suggesting a highly effective instructional shift. English language arts is a clear core strength, with both grades exceeding state averages by roughly 18–19 points. However, science proficiency, while above the state average, shows a smaller advantage (+6.56 points), pointing to a potential area for growth. Chronic absenteeism is low at 8.1%, well below the state’s 12.0%, which likely supports the school’s academic success.
One notable pattern is the grade-level inconsistency: in 2024-2025, 3rd graders far outperformed 4th graders in both math and English, but by 2025-2026, the gap narrowed in English and reversed in math, with 4th graders now leading. This suggests a strong cohort effect or grade-specific teaching strengths. A slight concern is a 4.31-point decline in 3rd grade math proficiency, which may warrant attention. Despite 52.1% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, the school achieves top-quartile rankings, indicating efficient resource use and effective strategies that overcome economic challenges. As the district’s only elementary school, its performance directly reflects district leadership, which ranks 20th out of 139 districts statewide—a sign of consistent quality and strong educational oversight in Brewton City.
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