Academy For Science Foreign Language in Huntsville ranks #234 in Alabama, placing it in the top 20% of public schools statewide as of 2023, though this reflects a decline from a peak rank of #54 in 2015.
Math proficiency ranged from 40–44%, higher than the state average of about 30% in 2023, while reading proficiency was 60–64%, also higher than the state average near 47%, with science proficiency at 55–59%, exceeding the state average of approximately 38–39%.
Enrollment declined from 556 students in 2019 to 303 students in recent reporting, with minority enrollment stable at about 84%, and free or reduced–price lunch eligibility increasing to approximately 60% in 2023, indicating higher socioeconomic need.
Serving grades prekindergarten through 5th, the magnet school had an enrollment of 303 students and a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, notable for providing lower student attention ratios compared to local averages.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average; in 2023, the school posted a 95% graduation rate versus the state's 88%, demonstrating strong student completion outcomes for a Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Science Foreign Language ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Academy For Science Foreign Language's student population of 303 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy For Science Foreign Language ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy For Science Foreign Language is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
58%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
18%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Science Foreign Language's ranking?
Academy For Science Foreign Language is ranked #234 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Academy For Science Foreign Language often compared to?
Academy For Science Foreign Languageis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Academy For Science Foreign Language?
303 students attend Academy For Science Foreign Language.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Academy For Science Foreign Language students are Black, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy For Science Foreign Language?
Academy For Science Foreign Language has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Academy For Science Foreign Language offer ?
Academy For Science Foreign Language offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy For Science Foreign Language part of?
Academy For Science Foreign Language is part of Huntsville City School District.
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