There were 50 Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students enrolled in Lee County districts in the 2023-24 school year, 12.3% less than the previous school year, according to the Alabama Department of Education.
Data showed that Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students made up 0.2% of the 23,255 students in Lee County districts during the 2023-24 school year. They were the least represented ethnicity.
Among the three districts in the county, Opelika City School District recorded the largest enrollment of Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 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 Lee 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 Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Students Enrollment | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Auburn City School District | 0.1% | 9,469 |
| Lee County School District | — | 8,775 |
| Opelika City School District | 0.7% | 5,011 |
