There were 72 American Indian or Alaskan Native students enrolled in Lauderdale County districts in the 2023-24 school year, 30.9% more than the previous school year, according to the Alabama Department of Education.
Data showed that American Indian or Alaskan Native students made up 0.6% of the 12,000 students in Lauderdale County districts during the 2023-24 school year. They were the least represented ethnicity.
Among the two districts in the county, Lauderdale County School District recorded the largest enrollment of American Indian or Alaskan Native students in the 2023-24 school year, with a total of 37 students.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the story are located in cities associated with Lauderdale County.
A recent study by WalletHub classified Alabama as one of the least-educated states in the U.S., ranking it the 9th worst in America in terms of class size, student performance, funding, safety, and instructor credentials.
| District Name | % of American Indian or Alaskan Native Students Enrollment | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Florence City School District | 0.8% | 4,449 |
| Lauderdale County School District | 0.5% | 7,551 |
Information in this story was obtained from the Alabama Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
