Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Joseph W Lisenby Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 1, 2026
School Motto
O.N.E. eagle - Ozark Needs Everyone
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph W Lisenby Primary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
52%
32%
White
31%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Joseph W Lisenby Primary School often compared to?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry N Mixon Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% AL state average).
How many students attend Joseph W Lisenby Primary School?
527 students attend Joseph W Lisenby Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Joseph W Lisenby Primary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph W Lisenby Primary School?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph W Lisenby Primary School offer ?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph W Lisenby Primary School part of?
Joseph W Lisenby Primary School is part of Ozark City School District.
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