Summary:
Winfield Elementary School is the sole elementary school in the Winfield City district, serving grades PK through 4 with 499 students in a small Alabama community.
This school is a standout performer, consistently ranking in the 89th-90th percentile statewide and earning a 4-star rating for three consecutive years. In the 2025-2026 school year, it ranked 74th out of 686 Alabama elementary schools. Academically, the school dramatically outperforms state averages across all subjects. For example, 3rd grade math proficiency hit 83.72% versus the state's 44.89%, and 3rd grade English reached 82.56% compared to 64.75% statewide. The most impressive trend is a massive 17.72-point jump in 3rd grade math from the prior year, suggesting a highly effective new instructional approach. However, there is a noticeable "3rd grade advantage" — 4th graders score lower in both math (68.82%) and English (74.19%), and 4th grade science dipped 5 points to 64.52%, though it still beats the state average of 50.23%.
What makes this success even more notable is that 53.71% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch, yet the school overcomes economic challenges with strong teaching and leadership. Attendance is a clear strength: chronic absenteeism is just 5.5%, less than half the state's 12.0% rate, which likely fuels academic gains. With a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1, families can expect a supportive, engaged environment. The school's consistent top-decile performance and low absenteeism make it a reliable choice for parents seeking a high-quality elementary education in the Winfield City area.
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