Brent Elementary School ranked #773 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #945 in 2021 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide for overall testing performance.
Math proficiency was 21% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 37%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 20–24%, below the state average of 38%.
Minority enrollment was 45% with 66% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting a socioeconomic increase from 47% eligibility in 2022 and consistent demographic diversity.
The school served grades Pre–K through 4 with 601 students enrolled and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, placing it among the top 20% of Alabama schools for lowest student–teacher ratio.
Enrollment increased slightly from 592 students in 2011 to 601 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility rose notably, indicating growing economic need in this Bibb County community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brent Elementary School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brent 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 Brent Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#773 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
35%
31%
White
53%
50%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brent Elementary School's ranking?
Brent Elementary School is ranked #773 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Brent Elementary School often compared to?
Brent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodstock Elementary School, West Blocton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Brent Elementary School?
603 students attend Brent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Brent Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brent Elementary School?
Brent Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brent Elementary School offer ?
Brent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brent Elementary School part of?
Brent Elementary School is part of Bibb County School District.
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