Akron Community School West in Akron, AL, was closed in 2011 and last ranked #620 in 2010 among Alabama schools.
Prior to closure, math proficiency declined notably from 92% in 2012 to 22% in 2023, remaining lower than the state average of 30% in 2023.
Reading proficiency decreased sharply from above 90% in 2011–2013 to approximately equal to the state average of 47% by 2022.
Enrollment fell from 246 students in 1999 to zero by 2011 when the school closed; student–teacher ratio was 14:1 in 2010 before closure.
The school served grades K–6 with 11 teachers at closure, historically serving a high percentage (around 88%) of students eligible for free lunch before enrollment ceased.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students (09-10)
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
4%
Black
(09-10)100%
35%
White
(09-10)n/a
58%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
88%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% AL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% AL state average).
How many students attend Akron Community School West?
155 students attend Akron Community School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Akron Community School West students are Black.
What grades does Akron Community School West offer ?
Akron Community School West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Akron Community School West part of?
Akron Community School West is part of Hale County School District.
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