Stevenson Elementary School ranked #523 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #516 in 2022 and #586 in 2021, indicating downward trends in overall state ranking.
Math proficiency ranged from 30–34%, approximately equal to the state average of 30–31%, while reading proficiency was 40–44%, lower than the state average of 46–47%; science proficiency was 20–29%, lower than the state average of 36–38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 354 students in 2023 with 59% eligible for free lunch, reflecting consistent socioeconomic challenges; minority enrollment stood at 32%, including 67 Hispanic and 20 Black students.
The school served grades pre–kindergarten through 4th with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, supported by 21 teachers in 2023.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, with 90% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%, indicating strong completion outcomes for a Union County NJ high school setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stevenson Elementary School's student population of 356 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Stevenson Elementary 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 Stevenson Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#523 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
6%
32%
White
68%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Stevenson Elementary School's ranking?
Stevenson Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Stevenson Elementary School?
356 students attend Stevenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Stevenson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stevenson Elementary School?
Stevenson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stevenson Elementary School offer ?
Stevenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stevenson Elementary School part of?
Stevenson Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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