Randolph Park Elementary School is an active Anniston, AL public school serving grades 1–5 with 352 students and a student–teacher ratio of 23:1.
The school ranks in the bottom 50% statewide, with 15% math proficiency, 20–24% reading proficiency, and 10% or lower science proficiency, all lower than Alabama state averages.
Minority enrollment is 98%, predominantly Black (not Hispanic) at 91%, with 92% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting significant socioeconomic need.
Overall state ranking declined from #975 in 2018 to #1006 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in performance among Union County NJ high schools.
Enrollment grew slightly from 337 students in 2023 to 352 currently, while free lunch eligibility remained high at over 90% for the past decade.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anniston area, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive (average 1.5 mi., furthest 2.3 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randolph Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Randolph Park Elementary School's student population of 339 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Empowering Our Students To Win
School Calendar
School Rankings
Randolph Park 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 Randolph Park Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1006 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
90%
31%
White
3%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Randolph Park Elementary School's ranking?
Randolph Park Elementary School is ranked #1006 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Randolph Park Elementary School often compared to?
Randolph Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Randolph Park Elementary School?
339 students attend Randolph Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Randolph Park Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Randolph Park Elementary School?
Randolph Park Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Randolph Park Elementary School offer ?
Randolph Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Randolph Park Elementary School part of?
Randolph Park Elementary School is part of Anniston City School District.
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