Serving 767 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainbow Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
 - Enrollment: 767 students
 - Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
 - Minority Enrollment: 37%
 - Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
 - Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
 - Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
 - Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
 - Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
 
Top Rankings
Rainbow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rainbow Elementary School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rainbow Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainbow Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Rainbow Elementary School's ranking?
Rainbow Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Rainbow Elementary School?
767 students attend Rainbow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Rainbow Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rainbow Elementary School?
Rainbow Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rainbow Elementary School offer ?
Rainbow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rainbow Elementary School part of?
Rainbow Elementary School is part of Madison City School District.
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