W E STRIPLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

W E Striplin Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gadsden City school district, located in Gadsden, AL with about 426 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 22 teachers, W E Striplin Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

W.E. Striplin Elementary School, located in Gadsden, Alabama, is a public elementary school serving students within the Gadsden City School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and student engagement. By focusing on foundational skills in core subjects and encouraging a positive school culture, the staff aims to prepare young learners for success in their future educational endeavors.

Beyond its academic curriculum, W.E. Striplin emphasizes the importance of community involvement and a well-rounded student experience. The school frequently engages parents and local partners to enrich the educational environment, ensuring that students have access to the resources and encouragement they need to thrive. With a dedication to meeting the individual needs of its student body, the school serves as a vital cornerstone for families in the Gadsden area.

For more information, contact W E Striplin Elementary School at (256) 546-8616 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

600 Cleveland Ave
Gadsden, AL 35901-4154
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W E STRIPLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Gadsden, AL with about 426 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Gadsden City
Total Students:
426
Teachers:
22.51
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
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 426 students

Black or African American
52.3%
Hispanic/Latino
33.3%
White
11.5%
Two or more races
1.6%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%

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.