The top reported proficiency rate is 57% in English language arts. The lowest is 32% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Fox Run School
Fox Run School is a single-grade public school in Opelika, Alabama, that serves only sixth graders. It is part of the Opelika City school system. This unusual structure means the school is a dedicated bridge between elementary and middle school, and everything about it should be read through that lens. There are no high school grades, so there is no graduation rate to report, and state testing data is only available for the grade it serves.
The student body is diverse. Black students make up the largest share of enrollment, followed by white students and then Hispanic students. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, which is one signal that a notable portion of the school community comes from lower-income households. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not reported in the available records, so a parent would need to ask the school directly about those support services.
Academically, the picture is mixed. On the state assessment for sixth grade, proficiency in English language arts is solidly above the midpoint of what one might expect, with a clear majority of students meeting the bar. Math proficiency is much weaker, with less than a third of students reaching that level. This split is common in many schools, but the gap is worth noting. Because the school has only sixth grade, there is no multi-year trend data to see if this pattern is improving or worsening; this is a single snapshot. When compared across all tested subjects and grades, the school’s overall proficiency index sits below the midpoint among the three school districts in Lee County.
The academic offerings and course access fields were not reported, so this narrative cannot speak to whether the school offers advanced coursework, electives, or special programs like band or robotics. A parent looking for those details should contact Fox Run directly. Similarly, the district brief turned up no recent major changes to Opelika City Schools, so the district context is stable with no notable shifts at this time.
Opelika itself is the county seat of Lee County and a principal city of the Auburn-Opelika metropolitan area. Its economy is closely tied to Auburn University, and it has a traditional downtown with a courthouse-square layout. The city has grown steadily and attracted significant industrial investment. East Alabama Health is the largest employer. Housing values in the area are above the state median but below the national median, while rents are similarly positioned. The cost of buying a home compared to renting suggests that for a typical household, renting may be the more affordable near-term option.
For a family considering Fox Run, the key takeaway is that this is a focused, single-year school serving one grade. The academic data shows a clear strength in ELA and a clear challenge in math. The student body is economically diverse. The school sits in a growing city that blends industrial and university employment. Because the school has no track record beyond a single grade level, and because data on programs and special education is missing, a parent looking for a fuller picture of the school’s offerings and supports should follow up directly with the school itself.
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