Trace Crossings Elementary School

5454 Learning Lane
Birmingham, AL 35244
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Trace Crossings Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 740 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20% in AL
  • : 37% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Trace Crossings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

School Overview

Trace Crossings Elementary School's student population of 740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
740 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings

Trace Crossings Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trace Crossings Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AL)
#188 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
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37%
24%
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57%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
1%
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Hispanic
9%
10%
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Black
34%
32%
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White
39%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.71
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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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 Trace Crossings Elementary School's ranking?
Trace Crossings Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Trace Crossings Elementary School often compared to?
Trace Crossings Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School, Bluff Park Elementary School, South Shades Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Trace Crossings Elementary School?
740 students attend Trace Crossings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Trace Crossings Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trace Crossings Elementary School?
Trace Crossings Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Trace Crossings Elementary School offer ?
Trace Crossings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Trace Crossings Elementary School part of?
Trace Crossings Elementary School is part of Hoover City School District.

School Reviews

5   8/20/2019
We are finishing our first year at TCES and it has been a phenomenal experience. I was nervous about transferring him to TCES because of the negative reputation it's had in the past, but I have been nothing but impressed. We've had a wonderful, experienced teacher (Mrs. Walker) who has done a great job meeting my child's academic needs. My child is in the Enrichment Program and has loved Mrs. Tofani because she supports his creativity and imagination. The school's guidance counselor, Mrs. Coleman, is always supportive when my child drops by to talk to her. I admire the leadership from Principal Collins and I am impressed with his calm and caring nature. I have enjoyed all of the activities hosted by the school for parents and children- PTO, College and Career Day, Family Fun Night, student Art Show, and more. Trace Crossings is a gem and I am thrilled that we have two more years there!
- Posted by Parent - Bailee

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 740 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 37% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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