Flat Rock School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades PreK–8 with 107 students, ranked #622 in the state of Alabama in 2023, showing fluctuation but no consistent improvement in overall state ranking since 2010.
Math proficiency at was 15–19%, lower than the state average of approximately 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 50–54%, higher than the state average of approximately 47%; science proficiency was 40–59%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment fluctuated over recent years, with a drop from 145 students in 2018 to 107 currently, while minority enrollment remained steady at 22%, including a large American Indian student presence, and 55% of students qualified for free lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic need.
The Berkeley Heights public high school maintained a student–teacher ratio of about 15:1, with 7 full–time teachers serving small classes in a rural setting, offering hands–on learning and technology integration such as interactive whiteboards.
Graduation rates were consistently high at 95% from 2013 to 2023, surpassing the Alabama state average of around 88%, despite below–state–average math performance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flat Rock School's student population of 107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Motto
Learning Today for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock School is 0.35, 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
#622 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flat Rock School's ranking?
Flat Rock School is ranked #622 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Flat Rock School often compared to?
Flat Rock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Flat Rock School?
107 students attend Flat Rock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Flat Rock School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flat Rock School?
Flat Rock School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Flat Rock School offer ?
Flat Rock School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flat Rock School part of?
Flat Rock School is part of Jackson County School District.
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