Corley Elementary School ranked #449 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #332 in 2019 but improving from #567 in 2018, placing it in the top 50% statewide.
Math proficiency ranged between 40–44%, higher than the Alabama state average of 30–47% in recent years, while reading proficiency was 40–44%, lower than the state average of 39–47%.
Minority enrollment represented 52% of students, with Hispanic and White non–Hispanic groups as the largest populations; enrollment increased from 338 students in 2023 to 387 currently.
The school served grades 2 to 3 with an enrollment of 387 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, consistent with recent years.
Approximately 75% of students qualified for free lunch in 2023, reflecting an increase from 44% in 2007 and indicating a growing percentage of economically disadvantaged students at this Boaz, Alabama elementary school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corley Elementary School's student population of 387 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Anchored In Excellence
School Rankings
Corley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corley Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#449 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
48%
51%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Corley Elementary School's ranking?
Corley Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Corley Elementary School often compared to?
Corley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boaz High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Corley Elementary School?
387 students attend Corley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Corley Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corley Elementary School?
Corley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Corley Elementary School offer ?
Corley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corley Elementary School part of?
Corley Elementary School is part of Boaz City School District.
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