Excellent
#164 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 12% in state
Calera Elementary
Elementary School · Shelby County
855 10th St, Calera, AL 35040
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#164 of 1,356
In Calera
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 29
Shelby County
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Calera Elementary
Calera Elementary is a public elementary school in Calera, AL, part of Shelby County. Calera Elementary serves approximately 750 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Calera Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Calera Elementary show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Calera Elementary — Students at Calera Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 9 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Calera Elementary Compares
See how Calera Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
855 10th St, Calera, AL 35040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calera Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadow View Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Alabaster), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Creek View Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Maylene), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Calera Intermediate School (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Calera, see our Calera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Calera Intermediate School Calera | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Calera High Calera | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Calera Middle Montevallo | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Meadow View Elementary School Alabaster | 5.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Montevallo Elementary School Montevallo | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Montevallo High School Montevallo | 6.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Montevallo Middle School Montevallo | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Jemison Intermediate School Jemison | 8.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Jemison Elementary School Jemison | 8.7 mi | 6.2 |
| THE DAY PROGRAM Alabaster | 8.9 mi | — |
| Thompson Middle School Alabaster | 9.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Thompson Intermediate School Alabaster | 9.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WESTWOOD BAPTIST WEEKDAY EDU MINISTRY Alabaster | 9.6 mi | — |
| Jemison High School Jemison | 9.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Jemison Middle School Jemison | 9.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Thompson High School Alabaster | 9.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Columbiana Middle School Columbiana | 9.4 mi | 5.3 |
| EVANGEL CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alabaster | 10.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ALABASTER WEEKDAY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAM Alabaster | 10.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Creek View Elementary School Maylene | 10.5 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,267
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median Rent
$1,441/mo
Population
18,819
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arab Elementary School Arab, AL | 8.7 |
| Brewbaker Primary School Montgomery, AL | 8.7 |
| Brookwood Elementary School Enterprise, AL | 8.7 |
| Daphne Elementary School Daphne, AL | 8.7 |
| Forest Oaks Elementary School Chelsea, AL | 8.7 |
| GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary Big Cove, AL | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calera Elementary
What grades does Calera Elementary serve?
Calera Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Calera Elementary?
Calera Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 750 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calera Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Calera Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calera Elementary rank in AL?
Calera Elementary ranks #164 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Calera Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Calera Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Calera Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calera Elementary has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Calera Elementary a charter school?
No, Calera Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calera Elementary a Title I school?
No, Calera Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calera Elementary?
64.8% of students at Calera Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 750
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (205) 682-6120
Resources & Links
District
Shelby County- District Enrollment
- 20,937
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,436
- District Rank
- #6 of 29
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