Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sophia P Kingston 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sophia P Kingston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sophia P Kingston Elementary School's student population of 305 students has grown by 103% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Tigers
School Rankings
Sophia P Kingston 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 Sophia P Kingston Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1085 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
96%
31%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Sophia P Kingston Elementary School's ranking?
Sophia P Kingston Elementary School is ranked #1085 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Sophia P Kingston Elementary School?
305 students attend Sophia P Kingston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sophia P Kingston Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sophia P Kingston Elementary School?
Sophia P Kingston Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sophia P Kingston Elementary School offer ?
Sophia P Kingston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sophia P Kingston Elementary School part of?
Sophia P Kingston Elementary School is part of Selma City School District.
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