Joe M Gillmore Elementary School serves 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe M Gillmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Joe M Gillmore Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joe M Gillmore Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
71%
32%
White
24%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Joe M Gillmore Elementary School often compared to?
Joe M Gillmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Hill Elementary School, Thomasville Elementary School, Leroy High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Joe M Gillmore Elementary School?
367 students attend Joe M Gillmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Joe M Gillmore Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe M Gillmore Elementary School?
Joe M Gillmore Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joe M Gillmore Elementary School offer ?
Joe M Gillmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joe M Gillmore Elementary School part of?
Joe M Gillmore Elementary School is part of Clarke County School District.
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