Glen Oaks Elementary School's overall testing rank declined, placing in the bottom 50% of Alabama schools in 2023, with a state rank near #1107.
Math proficiency was 8%, reading proficiency ranged from 20% to 24%, and science proficiency was 20% or lower, all lower than Alabama state averages in recent years.
Enrollment fluctuated between 279 and 324 students from 2021 to 2023, with a minority enrollment of 99%, primarily Black students at 266 out of 279 total.
The school served grades 3 through 5 with a student–teacher ratio around 20:1 in 2023, and 67% of students qualified for free lunch under Title I eligibility.
Math proficiency declined from significantly higher rates in earlier years to 8% in 2023, while reading and science proficiency remained below state averages, indicating ongoing challenges in academic performance at this Alabama public school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Oaks Elementary School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The School Where Everyone Matters
School Rankings
Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1107 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
95%
32%
White
1%
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
67%
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 Glen Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Oaks Elementary School is ranked #1107 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Glen Oaks Elementary School?
279 students attend Glen Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Glen Oaks Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Oaks Elementary School?
Glen Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glen Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Glen Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glen Oaks Elementary School part of?
Glen Oaks Elementary School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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