Jones Chapel Elementary School in Cullman, Alabama, was closed in 2008 and served grades Kindergarten through 6 with a peak enrollment of 153 students in 1999 before declining to 93 students in its final years.
The school's student population was predominantly White (90 out of 93) with a consistent majority (approximately 54–55%) eligible for free lunch, reflecting a stable socioeconomic profile before closure.
Math proficiency at Jones Chapel Elementary showed notable volatility, with percentages ranging improbably from 15% to 94% historically, and often reported below or inconsistent compared to state averages (around 30–47%).
Reading and language arts proficiency similarly fluctuated, including periods of lower performance than the state average, with proficiency figures varying widely and often below state averages near 45–47%.
Science proficiency percentages were reported at 20–24%, slightly lower than state averages of 36–38%, showing lower performance relative to state benchmarks in the final reporting years before closure.
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Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
97%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions How many students attend Jones Chapel Elementary School?
93 students attend Jones Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jones Chapel Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Jones Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Jones Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jones Chapel Elementary School part of?
Jones Chapel Elementary School is part of Cullman County School District.
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