Loachapoka Elementary School ranked near the bottom 50% statewide with a decline from #816 in 2022 to #869 in 2023 among Alabama public schools.
Math proficiency remained low at 15–19%, lower than the state average of approximately 30%, with a declining trend since 2019 when it peaked near 25–29%.
Reading proficiency was 30–34%, lower than the state average near 47%, showing a decline from prior years when it reached 35–39%.
Minority enrollment was high at 89%, with Black students comprising the majority at 183 of 314 total students; enrollment held steady near 314 students in grades PK–6.
The student–teacher ratio was 13:1 with 314 students and 25 teachers; 86% of students qualified for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting substantial socioeconomic needs at this Union County AL public school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Loachapoka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Loachapoka Elementary School's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Loachapoka Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loachapoka Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#869 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
11%
Black
58%
32%
White
11%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Loachapoka Elementary School's ranking?
Loachapoka Elementary School is ranked #869 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Loachapoka Elementary School often compared to?
Loachapoka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beauregard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Loachapoka Elementary School?
314 students attend Loachapoka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Loachapoka Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loachapoka Elementary School?
Loachapoka Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Loachapoka Elementary School offer ?
Loachapoka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loachapoka Elementary School part of?
Loachapoka Elementary School is part of Lee County School District.
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