Wares Ferry Elementary School in Montgomery, AL, serves 346 students from prekindergarten through grade 5 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
Math proficiency at the school was 6–9% in recent tests, significantly lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and the district average of 20%.
Reading proficiency ranged from 25–29%, also below the state average of 47% and district average of 32%, while science proficiency was at or below 10%, much lower than the state average of 38%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #731 in 2010 to #1046 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% among Alabama schools.
Enrollment decreased from 444 students in 2019 to 372 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained high at about 65%, reflecting a predominantly minority student body at 98%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wares Ferry Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wares Ferry 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 Wares Ferry 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
#1046 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
93%
31%
White
2%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Wares Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Wares Ferry Elementary School is ranked #1046 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wares Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Wares Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catoma Elementary School, Flowers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Wares Ferry Elementary School?
361 students attend Wares Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wares Ferry Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wares Ferry Elementary School?
Wares Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wares Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Wares Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wares Ferry Elementary School part of?
Wares Ferry Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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