Average
#692 of 1,356 schools in AL
Kermit Johnson School
Elementary School · Jefferson County · Pinson, AL
A Jefferson County elementary school where students score 7 points above what's typical for similar communities.
8300 Kermit Johnson Rd, Pinson, AL 35126
- Math 25% proficient (2022)
- Reading 84% vs AL 91% (2024)
- 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Kermit Johnson School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
2024 ACAP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. AL average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 62 points since 2020, reaching 84% in 2024.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 49% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 52% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 29 test records from AL state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
61.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Kermit Johnson School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- County Safety: Average506/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$81,690
Median home value
$189,100
Median rent
$1,257/mo
College educated
17.4%
Homeownership
89.4%
Poverty rate
10.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 35126; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.1 | K–5 | Not available | 693 | Compare → |
| Bryant Park ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.6 | PK–5 | Not available | 646 | Compare → |
| Grantswood Community SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.3 | PK–5 | Not available | 396 | Compare → |
| Mount Olive Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | PK–5 | Not available | 307 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Jefferson County
- Schools in district
- 57
- Rank in district
- #16 of 55
- District spending per student
- $12,194NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 17.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Kermit Johnson School is listed in Jefferson County; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Kermit Johnson School
Kermit Johnson School is a public elementary school in Pinson, AL, part of Jefferson County, serving approximately 620 students in grades 3rd-5th with a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #692 of 1,356 schools in AL. State assessment records show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Kermit Johnson School
What grades does Kermit Johnson School serve?
Kermit Johnson School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Kermit Johnson School?
Kermit Johnson School has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kermit Johnson School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kermit Johnson School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kermit Johnson School rank in AL?
Kermit Johnson School ranks #692 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Kermit Johnson School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kermit Johnson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Kermit Johnson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kermit Johnson School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kermit Johnson School a charter school?
No, Kermit Johnson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kermit Johnson School a Title I school?
No, Kermit Johnson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kermit Johnson School?
61.8% of students at Kermit Johnson 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (205) 379-4350
- Area population (ZIP 35126)
- 22,354
- Area average commute
- 34.4 min
- Area median age
- 37.2
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 ACAP · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 35126; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022, multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.