Kermit Johnson School's overall state ranking declined from #329 in 2012 to #734 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools in recent years.
Math proficiency was 21%, lower than the state average of 30% in 2023, declining from 93% in 2012; reading proficiency was 40%, lower than the state average of 47%, while science proficiency stood at 29%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 790 students in 2019 to 606 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility fluctuated between 56% and 72% over recent years, reflecting persistent socioeconomic challenges; minority enrollment comprised 76% of the student body.
The school served grades 3 through 5 with 620 students enrolled and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in the latest reporting year, consistent with recent years' ratios near 18:1.
Kermit Johnson School is a Title I eligible school in Jefferson County, Alabama, noted among the top 10% most diverse schools statewide but with proficiency rates consistently below the state averages for math, reading, and science.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kermit Johnson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kermit Johnson School's student population of 620 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kermit Johnson 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 Kermit Johnson School is 0.67, which is more 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
#734 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
44%
32%
White
24%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Kermit Johnson School's ranking?
Kermit Johnson School is ranked #734 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Kermit Johnson School often compared to?
Kermit Johnson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chalkville Elementary School, Paine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Kermit Johnson School?
620 students attend Kermit Johnson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kermit Johnson School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kermit Johnson School?
Kermit Johnson School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kermit Johnson School offer ?
Kermit Johnson School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kermit Johnson School part of?
Kermit Johnson School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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