Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hemphill Elementary School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemphill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hemphill Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hemphill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemphill Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#970 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
94%
32%
White
n/a
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemphill Elementary School's ranking?
Hemphill Elementary School is ranked #970 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hemphill Elementary School often compared to?
Hemphill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West End Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Hemphill Elementary School?
334 students attend Hemphill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hemphill Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hemphill Elementary School?
Hemphill Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Hemphill Elementary School offer ?
Hemphill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hemphill Elementary School part of?
Hemphill Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Students' Last Day
June 04, 2024 (Tuesday)
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