Barrett Elementary School

7601 Division Ave
Birmingham, AL 35206
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barrett 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 415 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Bottom 50% in AL
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Barrett Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Barrett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrett Elementary School is 0.32, 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)
#1146 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
30%
20-24%
47%
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
81%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barrett Elementary School's ranking?
Barrett Elementary School is ranked #1146 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Barrett Elementary School often compared to?
Barrett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avondale Elementary School, Robinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Barrett Elementary School?
415 students attend Barrett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Barrett Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barrett Elementary School?
Barrett Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barrett Elementary School offer ?
Barrett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barrett Elementary School part of?
Barrett Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Barrett Elementary School located?
Barrett Elementary School is located in the Eastlake neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 415 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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