Serving 879 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Headland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Headland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Headland Elementary School's student population of 879 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Headland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Headland Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#282 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Headland Elementary School's ranking?
Headland Elementary School is ranked #282 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Headland Elementary School often compared to?
Headland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashford Elementary School, Webb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Headland Elementary School?
879 students attend Headland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Headland Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Headland Elementary School?
Headland Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Headland Elementary School offer ?
Headland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Headland Elementary School part of?
Headland Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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