Pinedale Elementary School is ranked #333 in Alabama as of 2023, showing a decline from its peak rank of #110 in 2013 and #160 in 2021, placing it in the top 30% of public schools statewide.
Math proficiency at Pinedale was 49% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, but declined from 60% in 2019; reading proficiency was 49%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%.
Enrollment decreased from 517 students in 2021 to 361 in recent data, with minority enrollment consistently high at 56%, including substantial Hispanic and Black student populations.
The school serves grades kindergarten through 6 with 361 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is lower than historic ratios above 18:1.
Pinedale is Title I eligible with 223 students qualifying for free lunch, representing 62% of enrollment, reflecting socioeconomic shifts over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinedale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pinedale Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinedale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinedale Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#333 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
25%
11%
Black
25%
32%
White
44%
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
62%
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 Pinedale Elementary School's ranking?
Pinedale Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pinedale Elementary School often compared to?
Pinedale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Hill Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pinedale Elementary School?
361 students attend Pinedale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pinedale Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinedale Elementary School?
Pinedale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinedale Elementary School offer ?
Pinedale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinedale Elementary School part of?
Pinedale Elementary School is part of Enterprise City School District.
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