Excellent
#225 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 17% in state
Rachel Patterson Elementary School
Elementary School · Escambia County
1102 W Craig St, Atmore, AL 36502
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#225 of 1,356
In Atmore
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Escambia County
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Rachel Patterson Elementary School
Rachel Patterson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atmore, AL, part of Escambia County. Rachel Patterson Elementary School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rachel Patterson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Rachel Patterson Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Rachel Patterson 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
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Rachel Patterson Elementary School — Students at Rachel Patterson Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How Rachel Patterson Elementary School Compares
See how Rachel Patterson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1102 W Craig St, Atmore, AL 36502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rachel Patterson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOLINO PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Molino), with a very similar rating. Another option is Flomaton Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Flomaton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Perdido Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Perdido), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Atmore, see our Atmore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ATMORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atmore | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Atmore | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Escambia County High School Atmore | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Escambia County Middle School Atmore | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BRATT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Century | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Century | 6.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Perdido Elementary School Perdido | 7.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ERNEST WARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Walnut Hill | 8.4 mi | 3.9 |
| WALNUT HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walnut Hill | 9.3 mi | — |
| BYRNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL INC. Century | 11.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Huxford Elementary School Atmore | 14.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Flomaton High School Flomaton | 13.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Flomaton Elementary School Flomaton | 13.9 mi | 8.3 |
| J U Blacksher School Uriah | 19.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Pine Grove Elementary School Bay Minette | 18.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Bay Minette Elementary School Bay Minette | 18.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Bay Minette Middle School Bay Minette | 18.5 mi | 5.9 |
| MOLINO PARK ELEMENTARY Molino | 20.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Baldwin County High School Bay Minette | 19.2 mi | 3.7 |
| PollardMcCall Junior High School Brewton | 19.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,136
Median Home Value
$129,400
Median Rent
$707/mo
Population
16,008
College Educated
8.6%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Athens Elementary School Athens, AL | 8.4 |
| Brookhill Elementary School Athens, AL | 8.4 |
| Centre Elementary School Centre, AL | 8.4 |
| Chatom Elementary School Chatom, AL | 8.4 |
| Corley Elementary School Boaz, AL | 8.4 |
| Creekside Elementary School Harvest, AL | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rachel Patterson Elementary School
What grades does Rachel Patterson Elementary School serve?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Rachel Patterson Elementary School?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rachel Patterson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rachel Patterson Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rachel Patterson Elementary School rank in AL?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School ranks #225 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Rachel Patterson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rachel Patterson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Rachel Patterson Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rachel Patterson Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Rachel Patterson Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rachel Patterson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rachel Patterson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rachel Patterson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rachel Patterson Elementary School?
93.1% of students at Rachel Patterson 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Escambia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (251) 368-4860
Resources & Links
District
Escambia County- District Enrollment
- 4,162
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,614
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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