Excellent
#22 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 2% in state
Based on limited data
Guntersville Elementary School
Elementary School · Guntersville City
1800 Lusk Street, Guntersville, AL 35976
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#22 of 1,356
In Guntersville
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Guntersville City
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Guntersville Elementary School
Guntersville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Guntersville, AL, part of Guntersville City. Guntersville Elementary School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Guntersville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Guntersville Elementary School show 93% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Guntersville Elementary School — Students at Guntersville Elementary School score 93% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 1 test record from AL state assessments. About our data
How Guntersville Elementary School Compares
See how Guntersville Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1800 Lusk Street, Guntersville, AL 35976
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guntersville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert D Sloman Primary (rated 9.3/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Douglas), with a very similar rating. Another option is Albertville Primary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Albertville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Brindlee Mountain Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 7.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Guntersville, see our Guntersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Guntersville Middle School Guntersville | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Guntersville High School Guntersville | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Cherokee Elementary School Guntersville | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| MARSHALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albertville | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Albertville Intermediate School Albertville | 7.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Brindlee Mountain High School Guntersville | 6.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Brindlee Mountain Primary School Guntersville | 7.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Albertville Kindergarten and PreK Albertville | 7.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Albertville Primary School Albertville | 8.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Albertville Elementary School Albertville | 8.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Albertville High School Albertville | 8.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Albertville Middle School Albertville | 8.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Brindlee Mountain Elementary School Arab | 7.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Asbury High School Albertville | 9.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Asbury Elementary School Albertville | 9.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Douglas High School Douglas | 12.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Douglas Middle School Douglas | 12.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Robert D Sloman Primary Douglas | 12.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Douglas Elementary School Douglas | 12.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Arab High School Arab | 10.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35976 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,579
Median Home Value
$254,700
Median Rent
$792/mo
Population
16,604
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bluff Park Elementary School Hoover, AL | 9.5 |
| Brocks Gap Intermediate School Hoover, AL | 9.5 |
| 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 |
| Magnolia Elementary School Trussville, AL | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guntersville Elementary School
What grades does Guntersville Elementary School serve?
Guntersville Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Guntersville Elementary School?
Guntersville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guntersville Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Guntersville Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Guntersville Elementary School rank in AL?
Guntersville Elementary School ranks #22 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Guntersville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Guntersville Elementary 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 Guntersville Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guntersville Elementary School has 93% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP).
Is Guntersville Elementary School a charter school?
No, Guntersville Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Guntersville Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Guntersville Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guntersville Elementary School?
50.9% of students at Guntersville Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Marshall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (256) 582-3364
Resources & Links
District
Guntersville City- District Enrollment
- 1,781
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,313
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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