Douglas Elementary School, a Title–I eligible Union County NJ high school serving grades 3–5, enrolled 481 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1.
The school ranked #559 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #318 in 2012 and showing fluctuating overall rank trends over a decade.
Math proficiency was 29% in 2023, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 43%, slightly lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 20–24%, below the state average of 38%.
Minority enrollment comprised 42% of the student body, with a notable Hispanic population of 190 students; enrollment remained stable around 460–480 students in recent years.
Free lunch eligibility declined from 75% in 2018 to 48% in 2023, indicating socioeconomic shifts over time at this Berkeley Heights public high school.
- Douglas Elementary School in Douglas, AL is an active elementary school serving grades 3-5 with 521 students, and its long-term story is a notable slide in state ranking paired with weaker math and reading performance than in earlier years. The strongest support is the sharp decline in proficiency trends, with math and reading both falling well below their early-2010s levels before only partially recovering.
- Student population has grown more diverse over time, with the diversity score rising steadily and now near its highest point in the series. Enrollment is 521 students, and the school’s free lunch eligibility has been volatile, landing at 73% in the latest figure after a lower stretch in the early 2020s.
- The overall state rank has trended downward over the long run, with a sharp drop in the late 2010s and only a modest rebound since then. That leaves Douglas Elementary below its earlier standing, even after the recent recovery.
- Math proficiency is lower than the state average and has dropped sharply over the past decade, while reading and language arts proficiency is also lower than the state average and followed a similar decline with a partial rebound. The chart summaries show math and reading both far below their early-2010s levels.
- Douglas Elementary serves a 1:19 student-teacher ratio in a Douglas public school setting, giving parents a relatively mid-sized school profile for a city public school. Reduced-price lunch eligibility has stayed fairly stable in the 5% to 13% range over time, with the latest figure near 5% to 6%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- 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 521 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total students at Douglas Elementary fell sharply in the early 2000s, then recovered and climbed to a high around 2019 before easing back since 2020. The biggest story is the sharp drop from the late 1990s into the early 2000s, followed by a steady rebuild that later leveled off.
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Total Classroom Teachers Trends Over Years (1989-2025) shows a sharp drop around 1999-2003, then a long recovery that leveled off near the high 20s by 2024-2025.
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 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Overall School Rank Trends Over Years (2012-2023) shows a long-term decline with a sharp drop in 2019, then a modest recovery that still leaves Douglas Elementary below its earlier level. After ranking much higher in 2012-2013, the school fell significantly by 2019 and only partly improved through 2023.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Math Proficiency Comparison Over Years shows a sharp drop from 2012 to 2021, then a partial recovery by 2023. School math proficiency fell far below its early-2010s level, and after the 2019–2021 break it improved somewhat but remained well lower than before.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Reading and Language Arts Proficiency at Douglas Elementary shows a sharp break and then a partial recovery across 2011-2022. After dropping from the high 80s in 2011-2013 to around 25-34% by 2016-2019, it improved to 43% in 2022 but remained far below its earlier level.
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio Comparison Over Years (1989-2025) was mostly stable, with a sharp shift in 2014 and a later rise from 2015 to 2021 before easing again. The school’s ratio moved from the mid-teens into the low 20s by 2020–2021, then improved modestly by 2024–2025.
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
43%
12%
Hispanic Student Percentage at Douglas Elementary rose strongly from 1997 to 2024, with the biggest jump in the early 2000s and steady growth through 2021, then a slight easing since 2021. The school’s share climbed from very low levels to around 40% overall, making this a clear long-term rise with only a modest recent dip.
Black
1%
31%
White
54%
50%
White Student Percentage Comparison Over Years (1992-2024) fell sharply from near-100% in the 1990s to the mid-50s by 2020, then leveled off around 53% to 58% through 2024.
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score Comparison Over Years rose steadily at Douglas Elementary from 1995 to 2025, with the fastest gains in the early 2000s and a clear leveling off since 2019. The school is now near its highest point in the series, while state and district diversity scores also climbed over time.
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
53%
Free Lunch Eligibility for Douglas Elementary School shows a sharp shift, dropping from the mid-70% range in 2015–2018 to 48% in 2021–2024, then jumping back to 73% in 2025. The full timeline is volatile, with the main story being a likely reporting or school-structure change around 2021 rather than a smooth trend.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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?
521 students attend Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Douglas Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Elementary School?
Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than 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.
School Reviews
Review Douglas Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.
