Douglas Elementary School in Douglas, AL serves 481 students in grades 3 to 5 with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 15 to 1.
Math proficiency is 29%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 30% and higher than the district average of 21%, but has declined from a peak of 95% in 2012.
Reading proficiency is 43%, which is lower than the state average of 47% but higher than the district average of 41%, showing gradual improvement since 2019.
Science proficiency ranges from 20% to 24%, placing the school in the bottom 50% statewide and indicating relatively weaker performance compared to state benchmarks.
The overall school ranking dropped from #318 in 2012 to #559 in 2023, reflecting a downward trend in relative performance over recent years.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Douglas 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 Douglas Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#559 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
40%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
58%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Douglas Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boaz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Douglas Elementary School?
481 students attend Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Douglas Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Elementary School?
Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Douglas Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Elementary School part of?
Douglas Elementary School is part of Marshall County School District.
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