Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dixie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Dixie Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dixie 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 Dixie Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#479 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
19%
31%
White
68%
50%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixie Elementary School's ranking?
Dixie Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Dixie Elementary School often compared to?
Dixie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Dixie Elementary School?
251 students attend Dixie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dixie Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixie Elementary School?
Dixie Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dixie Elementary School offer ?
Dixie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixie Elementary School part of?
Dixie Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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