JIM PEARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jim Pearson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alexander City school district, located in Alexander City, AL with about 816 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, Jim Pearson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jim Pearson Elementary School, located in Alexander City, Alabama, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Alexander City School District. Committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on the academic and social development of its primary-grade students. By emphasizing core curriculum standards while integrating modern instructional practices, the school aims to prepare young learners for their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Jim Pearson Elementary prioritizes a strong sense of community and school spirit. The institution values the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Alexander City area to create a holistic experience for children during their formative years. Through various school initiatives and a focus on character development, the school strives to provide a safe, nurturing space that encourages student curiosity and growth.

For more information, contact Jim Pearson Elementary School at (256) 234-8625 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1240 Scott Rd
Alexander City, AL 35010-7607
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JIM PEARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Alexander City, AL with about 816 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Alexander City
Total Students:
816
Teachers:
46.8
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 816 students

Black or African American
46.1%
White
43.9%
Hispanic/Latino
9.2%
Asian
0.7%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.