Handy School serves 54 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment was 45% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (08-09)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
39%
32%
White
55%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Florence City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Handy School?
54 students attend Handy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Handy School students are White, 39% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Handy School offer ?
Handy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Handy School part of?
Handy School is part of Florence City School District.
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