Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Centre Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centre Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Centre Elementary School's student population of 663 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centre 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 Centre Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#331 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
7%
32%
White
82%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Centre Elementary School's ranking?
Centre Elementary School is ranked #331 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Centre Elementary School often compared to?
Centre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Bluff High 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 30% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Centre Elementary School?
663 students attend Centre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Centre Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centre Elementary School?
Centre Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centre Elementary School offer ?
Centre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centre Elementary School part of?
Centre Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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