Huxford Elementary School

Escambia County
637 Huxford Road
Atmore, AL 36502
271 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Huxford Elementary School is a public primary school located in Atmore, Alabama, serving as part of the Escambia County School District. The school is committed to providing a foundational education for students in the local community, focusing on academic growth, character development, and creating a supportive learning environment. As a key educational institution in the area, it plays a vital role in preparing young students for their future academic transitions within the district.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Escambia County School System, which emphasizes student achievement, community engagement, and the effective use of educational resources. By fostering a partnership between teachers, parents, and the surrounding Atmore community, Huxford Elementary strives to ensure that students are equipped with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their primary school years. For those seeking specific information regarding school policies, calendars, or administrative details, the district’s official website serves as the primary resource for updates and school-related communications.
271
Total Students
16.6
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    111 (41.0 %)
  • American Indian
    65 (24.0 %)
  • Black
    43 (15.9 %)
  • Two or More
    36 (13.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    15 (5.5 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4 %)
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: Escambia County
Phone: (251)294-5475
Website: http://www.escambiak12.net
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 271
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 189
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 44
Grade 1 48
Grade 2 34
Grade 3 42
Grade 4 39
Grade 5 34
Grade 6 30
Gender Ratio