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Johnson Elementary School

Elementary School · Montgomery County

4550 Narrow Lane Rd, Montgomery, AL 36116

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#925 of 1,356

In Montgomery

#23 of 52

public schools

In district

#22 of 51

Montgomery County

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Johnson Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Montgomery · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bear Exploration Center

8.2/10

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4.6/10

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About Johnson Elementary School

Johnson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Montgomery, AL, part of Montgomery County. Johnson Elementary School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #925 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Johnson Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • AL avg 7.4

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Johnson Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,977
Chronic Absenteeism44.2%

Johnson Elementary School — Students at Johnson Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
86.9% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
16%
ELA
11%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
8%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
7%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
8%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2024
ELA
71%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Johnson Elementary School Compares

See how Johnson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in AL
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4550 Narrow Lane Rd, Montgomery, AL 36116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Johnson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Avenue Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MacMillan International at McKee (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bear Exploration Center (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Bear Exploration Center Montgomery 1.5 mi 8.2
Crump Elementary School Montgomery 1.4 mi 4.6
Floyd Middle School Montgomery 1.8 mi 5.3
Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School Montgomery 2.2 mi 2.1
Dannelly Elementary School Montgomery 2.3 mi 5.5
MacMillan International at McKee Montgomery 2.3 mi 8.8
McKee PreK Center Montgomery 2.3 mi 2.8
McKee Middle School Montgomery 2.4 mi 5.2
Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School Montgomery 2.3 mi 9.8
Davis Elementary School Montgomery 2.5 mi 3.7
Bellingrath Middle School Montgomery 2.6 mi 3.4
FIRST SCHOOL Montgomery 2.8 mi
Forest Avenue Elementary School Montgomery 3.0 mi 9.5
HOLT STREET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery 3.0 mi 2.5
MONTGOMERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery 3.0 mi 5.7
Lanier Senior High School Montgomery 3.1 mi 5.1
Fitzpatrick Elementary School Montgomery 2.9 mi 5.7
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Montgomery 3.4 mi
Carver Senior High School Montgomery 3.3 mi 3.1
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery 3.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,973

Median Home Value

$137,000

Median Rent

$1,056/mo

Population

44,369

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

47.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Johnson Elementary School

What grades does Johnson Elementary School serve?

Johnson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?

Johnson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Johnson Elementary School rank in AL?

Johnson Elementary School ranks #925 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Johnson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Johnson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Johnson Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Johnson Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Johnson Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Johnson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Johnson Elementary School?

87.5% of students at Johnson 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.2%

District

Montgomery County
District Enrollment
26,435
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,977
District Rank
#22 of 51

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