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#20 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 1% in state

Based on limited data

Arab Primary School

Elementary School · Arab City

121 Mimosa St NE, Arab, AL 35016

Enrollment

703

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#20 of 1,356

In Arab

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Arab City

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Arab Primary School

9.5/10

Elementary School in Arab · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Arab Elementary School

8.7/10

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Arab High School

6.6/10

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About Arab Primary School

Arab Primary School is a public elementary school in Arab, AL, part of Arab City. Arab Primary School serves approximately 703 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Arab Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Arab Primary School show 96% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics10.0Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Reading/ELA Proficiency96.3% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg+13.5 pts
Overall Proficiency96% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+40.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,637
Chronic Absenteeism5.3%

Arab Primary School — Students at Arab Primary School score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 96.4% (2024 ACAP)
School
State
82.8% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 1 test record from AL state assessments. About our data

How Arab Primary School Compares

See how Arab Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
99th percentile in AL
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

Location

121 Mimosa St NE, Arab, AL 35016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arab Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Guntersville Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Guntersville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brindlee Mountain Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Guntersville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Arab Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Arab, see our Arab schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Arab Elementary School Arab 0.4 mi 8.7
Arab High School Arab 0.6 mi 6.6
Arab Junior High School Arab 1.7 mi 7.1
Brindlee Mountain Elementary School Arab 3.2 mi 6.8
Brindlee Mountain Primary School Guntersville 5.1 mi 8.8
Brindlee Mountain High School Guntersville 5.1 mi 4.9
Parkside Elementary School Baileyton 8.0 mi 7.3
Cherokee Elementary School Guntersville 9.4 mi 8.5
Guntersville High School Guntersville 10.5 mi 5.1
Guntersville Middle School Guntersville 10.6 mi 5.1
Union Hill School Somerville 11.9 mi 7.9
Guntersville Elementary School Guntersville 11.1 mi 9.5
Holly Pond High School Holly Pond 13.0 mi 5.7
Holly Pond Elementary School Holly Pond 13.0 mi 7.5
Fairview High School Cullman 12.2 mi 4.8
Fairview Middle School Cullman 12.2 mi 6.3
Fairview Elementary School Cullman 12.3 mi 7.7
Albert P Brewer High School Somerville 13.1 mi 3.7
New Hope High School New Hope 15.1 mi 5.3
New Hope Elementary School New Hope 15.2 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,910

Median Home Value

$192,900

Median Rent

$758/mo

Population

17,435

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

39.4

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Cahaba Elementary School Trussville, AL 9.5
EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile, AL 9.5
Forest Avenue Elementary School Montgomery, AL 9.5
Guntersville Elementary School Guntersville, AL 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arab Primary School

What grades does Arab Primary School serve?

Arab Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Arab Primary School?

Arab Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 703 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arab Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arab Primary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arab Primary School rank in AL?

Arab Primary School ranks #20 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Arab Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arab Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Arab Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arab Primary School has 96% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP).

Is Arab Primary School a charter school?

No, Arab Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arab Primary School a Title I school?

No, Arab Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arab Primary School?

46.5% of students at Arab Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marshall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

District

Arab City
District Enrollment
2,637
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,637
District Rank
#1 of 4

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