Serving 947 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Daphne East Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 947 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Daphne area, with most students within a 10-12 minute drive (averaging 3.8 miles, furthest 6 miles).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daphne East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Daphne East Elementary School's student population of 947 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
947 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Motto
#BaldwinProud #CommunityStrong
School Rankings
Daphne East Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daphne East Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#144 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
19%
31%
White
61%
50%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daphne East Elementary School's ranking?
Daphne East Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Daphne East Elementary School often compared to?
Daphne East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daphne Elementary School, Spanish Fort Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Daphne East Elementary School?
947 students attend Daphne East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Daphne East Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daphne East Elementary School?
Daphne East Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Daphne East Elementary School offer ?
Daphne East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daphne East Elementary School part of?
Daphne East Elementary School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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