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Tarrant Elementary School

1269 Portland St
Birmingham, AL 35217
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Tarrant Elementary School in Birmingham, AL serves grades Pre–K through 2 with an enrollment of 315 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Minority enrollment is 98%, with 87% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch; this percentage has increased from 51% in 2001, indicating a notable rise in socioeconomic need over recent years.
Math proficiency is 18%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, showing a decline from 36% in 2019.
Reading proficiency is 28%, below the state average of 47%, and has decreased steadily since 2019 when it was 37%.
Science proficiency stands at 20% compared to 38% statewide, reflecting lower academic performance relative to the state average.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : ≥95%
  • : 90-94%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Tarrant Elementary School's student population of 315 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The diversity score of Tarrant Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (AL)
(12-13)
≥95%
80%
(12-13)
90-94%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
46%
11%
Black
48%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
How many students attend Tarrant Elementary School?
315 students attend Tarrant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Tarrant Elementary School students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarrant Elementary School?
Tarrant Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tarrant Elementary School offer ?
Tarrant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tarrant Elementary School part of?
Tarrant Elementary School is part of Tarrant City School District.
In what neighborhood is Tarrant Elementary School located?
Tarrant Elementary School is located in the Wylam neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Wylam.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : ≥95%
  • : 90-94%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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