Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martha Gaskins K5 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Martha Gaskins K5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Martha Gaskins K5's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Martha Gaskins K5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martha Gaskins K5 is 0.47, 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
#1121 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
11%
Black
68%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Martha Gaskins K5's ranking?
Martha Gaskins K5 is ranked #1121 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Martha Gaskins K5?
487 students attend Martha Gaskins K5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Martha Gaskins K5 students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martha Gaskins K5?
Martha Gaskins K5 has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Martha Gaskins K5 offer ?
Martha Gaskins K5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martha Gaskins K5 part of?
Martha Gaskins K5 is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Martha Gaskins K5 located?
Martha Gaskins K5 is located in the Roebuck neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar
View the Martha Gaskins K5 below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Student's Last Day / End of 4th Grading Period
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day for Students (First Semester)
August 07, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 24, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students (First Semester)
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
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