Chatom Elementary School in Chatom, AL serves 306 students from prekindergarten through 4th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the district average ratio of 17 to 1 at nearby Leroy High School.
Math proficiency is between 30% and 34%, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, but shows a notable decline from highs of 55%–60% proficiency in 2018–2019.
Reading proficiency ranges from 60% to 64%, which is higher than the state average of 47% and places the school in the top 20% statewide for reading/language arts.
Science proficiency is between 40% and 49%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%, with stable scores reported in recent years.
Overall school ranking declined from #211 in 2021 to #323 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in relative performance among Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment accounts for 22% of the student body, including 17 American Indian and 43 Black students, with no significant demographic shifts reported in recent years.
The percentage of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch increased to 51% in 2023 from 30% in 2022, indicating a notable rise in socioeconomically disadvantaged students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chatom Elementary School's student population of 306 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chatom Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chatom Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
14%
32%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatom Elementary School's ranking?
Chatom Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Chatom Elementary School often compared to?
Chatom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leroy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Chatom Elementary School?
306 students attend Chatom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chatom Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatom Elementary School?
Chatom Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chatom Elementary School offer ?
Chatom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chatom Elementary School part of?
Chatom Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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