Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greensboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greensboro area, with students typically within a 20-30 minute drive (avg. 12.8 mi., furthest 22.8 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greensboro Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greensboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greensboro Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#952 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
93%
31%
White
3%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greensboro Elementary School's ranking?
Greensboro Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Greensboro Elementary School?
519 students attend Greensboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Greensboro Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greensboro Elementary School?
Greensboro Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greensboro Elementary School offer ?
Greensboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greensboro Elementary School part of?
Greensboro Elementary School is part of Hale County School District.
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