Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gaston Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Gaston Elementary School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Gaston Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaston Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
86%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaston Elementary School's ranking?
Gaston Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Gaston Elementary School often compared to?
Gaston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Gaston Elementary School?
284 students attend Gaston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Gaston Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaston Elementary School?
Gaston Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gaston Elementary School offer ?
Gaston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaston Elementary School part of?
Gaston Elementary School is part of Etowah County School District.
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