Jim Pearson Elementary School ranked among the top 20% most diverse public schools in Alabama, serving grades PK–2 with an enrollment of 739 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1.
Math proficiency was 20% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 20%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency measured 20% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, indicating room for academic improvement.
Minority enrollment stood at 57% in 2023, with enrollment declining slightly from 772 in 2023 to 739 students most recently.
The school is Title I eligible, with 44% of students qualifying for free lunch in 2023, reflecting a significant socioeconomic portion among its student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Jim Pearson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Jim Pearson Elementary School's student population of 739 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
To inspire hope while developing students who are innovative lifelong learners.
The diversity score of Jim Pearson Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
43%
32%
White
43%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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Jim Pearson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dadeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Jim Pearson Elementary School?
739 students attend Jim Pearson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jim Pearson Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jim Pearson Elementary School?
Jim Pearson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jim Pearson Elementary School offer ?
Jim Pearson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jim Pearson Elementary School part of?
Jim Pearson Elementary School is part of Alexander City School District.
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