Norwood Elementary School ranked #711 in Alabama in 2023, improving from a low of #1160 in 2013 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide overall in recent years.
Math proficiency ranged from 35% to 39% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 20% to 24% and science proficiency 11% to 19%, both lower than the state averages of 47% and 38% respectively.
Enrollment declined from 374 students in 1999 to 227 in 2023, with minority enrollment consistently high at 99%, primarily Black students at 87%, and approximately 70% of students eligible for free lunch indicating sustained socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades PreK through 5 with a 15:1 student鈥搕eacher ratio and total enrollment of 227 students as of 2023.
Graduation rates fluctuated but aligned with the state average, registering 88% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Norwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
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Norwood Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Norwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#711 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
87%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
6%
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 Norwood Elementary School's ranking?
Norwood Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 1,275 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Norwood Elementary School?
227 students attend Norwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Norwood Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwood Elementary School?
Norwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norwood Elementary School offer ?
Norwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwood Elementary School part of?
Norwood Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Norwood Elementary School located?
Norwood Elementary School is located in the Norwood neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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