Julian Newman Elementary School
371 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
School Overview
Julian Newman Elementary School, located in Athens, Alabama, serves as a foundational institution within the Athens City Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the elementary grades, focusing on academic excellence, character development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. By leveraging a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success while emphasizing the importance of community and civic responsibility.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Julian Newman Elementary is known for promoting a well-rounded educational experience that incorporates extracurricular activities and strong home-school communication. The school’s faculty and staff prioritize personalized instruction to meet individual student needs, ensuring that children are challenged and supported throughout their developmental years. As an integral part of the Athens community, the school remains committed to maintaining high standards of excellence and providing a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Julian Newman Elementary is known for promoting a well-rounded educational experience that incorporates extracurricular activities and strong home-school communication. The school’s faculty and staff prioritize personalized instruction to meet individual student needs, ensuring that children are challenged and supported throughout their developmental years. As an integral part of the Athens community, the school remains committed to maintaining high standards of excellence and providing a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
371
Total Students
21.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 220 |
| Hispanic | 61 |
| Black | 36 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More | 30 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White220 (59.3 %)
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Hispanic61 (16.4 %)
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Black36 (9.7 %)
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Two or More30 (8.1 %)
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Asian23 (6.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Athens City |
| Phone: | (256)233-6630 |
| Website: | http://517 Julian Newman Drive |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 371 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 21.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 167 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 15 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
37
Kindergarten
99
Grade 1
82
Grade 2
77
Grade 3
76
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 37 |
| Kindergarten | 99 |
| Grade 1 | 82 |
| Grade 2 | 77 |
| Grade 3 | 76 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 181 | 48.8% |
| Male | 190 | 51.2% |
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