Tuscaloosa City School District

1210 21st Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-2934
(District boundaries shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%

Top Rankings

Tuscaloosa City School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 10,964 students in Tuscaloosa City School District. This district's average testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
Public Schools in Tuscaloosa City School District have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Alabama public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).

Overview

2021-2022 School Year Data
This School District
This State (AL)
# Schools
20 Schools
1,511 Schools
# Students
10,964 Students
747,831 Students
# Teachers
625 Teachers
38,289 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1

District Rank

Tuscaloosa City School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 143 school districts in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 91% has increased from 87% over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School District
State Average (AL)
#77 out of 143 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall district rank of Tuscaloosa City  School District, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
19%
24%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Tuscaloosa City  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of AL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
40%
46%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Tuscaloosa City  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of AL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
91%
89%
This chart display public school graduation rate of Tuscaloosa City  School District and public school graduation rate of AL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.48
0.62
# American Indian Students
44 Students
6,566 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
218 Students
11,346 Students
% Asian Students
2%
1%
# Hispanic Students
669 Students
74,505 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
10%
# Black Students
7,491 Students
239,145 Students
% Black Students
68%
32%
# White Students
2,458 Students
393,117 Students
% White Students
23%
53%
# Hawaiian Students
20 Students
905 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
63 Students
21,531 Students
% of Two or more races Students
1%
3%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
652
21,943
# Students in K Grade:
890
57,790
# Students in 1st Grade:
847
56,671
# Students in 2nd Grade:
873
54,419
# Students in 3rd Grade:
838
54,099
# Students in 4th Grade:
789
54,620
# Students in 5th Grade:
780
54,803
# Students in 6th Grade:
776
56,277
# Students in 7th Grade:
817
58,221
# Students in 8th Grade:
777
58,978
# Students in 9th Grade:
925
62,001
# Students in 10th Grade:
712
55,338
# Students in 11th Grade:
659
52,326
# Students in 12th Grade:
629
50,345
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $14,618 is higher than the state median of $12,931. The school district revenue/student has grown by 15% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,870 is higher than the state median of $12,150. The school district spending/student has declined by 8% over four school years.
This School District
This State (AL)
Total Revenue
$160 MM
$9,671 MM
This chart display total revenue of Tuscaloosa City  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in AL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$141 MM
$9,086 MM
This chart display total spending of Tuscaloosa City  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in AL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$14,618
$12,931
This chart display average revenue per public school student in Tuscaloosa City  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in AL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$12,870
$12,150
This chart display average spending per public school student in Tuscaloosa City  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in AL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Tuscaloosa City School District Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rock Quarry Elementary School
Math: 68% | Reading: 85%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
2000 Rock Quarry Dr
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-8347
Grades: PK-5
| 569 students
Rank: #22.
Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
315 Mcfarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3655
Grades: K-5
| 280 students
Rank: #33.
Verner Elementary School
Math: 49% | Reading: 75%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2701 Northridge Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3667
Grades: PK-5
| 590 students
Rank: #44.
Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School
Magnet School
Math: 35-39% | Reading: 80-84%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
315 Mcfarland Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3653
Grades: 6-8
| 163 students
Rank: #55.
Northridge Middle School
Math: 29% | Reading: 57%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3811 Northridge Road
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3578
Grades: 6-8
| 768 students
Rank: #66.
Northridge High School
Math: 40% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2901 Northridge Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 759-3590
Grades: 9-12
| 1,116 students
Rank: #77.
University Place Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2000 First Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3664
Grades: PK-5
| 581 students
Rank: #88.
Woodland Forrest Elementary School
Math: 13% | Reading: 32%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6001 E Hargrove Rd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 759-3675
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
Rank: #99.
The Alberta School Of Performing Arts
Magnet School
Math: 10% | Reading: 37%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2500 University Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3564
Grades: PK-8
| 664 students
Rank: #1010.
Arcadia Elementary School
Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3740 Arcadia Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 759-3567
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #1111.
Central High School
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
905 15th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3720
Grades: 9-12
| 764 students
Rank: #12 - 1412. - 14.
Central Elementary School
Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1510 Dinah Washington Ave
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3570
Grades: PK-5
| 310 students
Rank: #12 - 1412. - 14.
Martin L King Jr Elementary School
Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2430 Martin L King Jr Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3619
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #12 - 1412. - 14.
Skyland Elementary School
Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
408 Skyland Boulevard East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 759-3638
Grades: PK-5
| 412 students
Rank: #1515.
Eastwood Middle School
Math: 3% | Reading: 31%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6314 Mary Harmon Bryant Drive
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 759-3613
Grades: 6-8
| 771 students
Rank: #1616.
Oakdale Elementary School
Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5001 25th Street
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3626
Grades: PK-5
| 330 students
Rank: #1717.
Southview Elementary School
Math: 3% | Reading: 26%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2601 Southview Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 345-1325
Grades: PK-5
| 651 students
Rank: #1818.
Westlawn Middle School
Math: ≤1% | Reading: 18%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1715 Martin L King Jr Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3673
Grades: 6-8
| 545 students
Rank: #1919.
Paul W Bryant High School
Math: 3% | Reading: 7%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6315 Mary Harmon Bryant Drive
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 759-3538
Grades: 9-12
| 1,046 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tuscaloosa Career And Technology Academy
Vocational School
2800 Martin Luther King Jr Bou
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-3649
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools belong to Tuscaloosa City School District?
Tuscaloosa City School District manages 20 public schools serving 10,964 students.
What is the rank of Tuscaloosa City School District?
Tuscaloosa City School District is ranked #81 out of 143 school districts in Alabama (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2020-2021 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Alabama school districts for: Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Tuscaloosa City School District?
68% of Tuscaloosa City School District students are Black, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Tuscaloosa City School District?
Tuscaloosa City School District has a student/teacher ratio of 18:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 19:1.
What is Tuscaloosa City School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $12,870 is higher than the state median of $12,150. The school district spending/student has declined by 8% over four school years.

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • District size: 20 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 10,964 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : 91% (Btm 50% in AL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Quick Links