Central Park Elementary School in Birmingham, AL ranks in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools overall, with its state rank declining from #1089 in 2012 to #1158 in 2023.
Math proficiency ranged from 6% to 9%, lower than the state average of about 30% in recent years, while reading proficiency was 18%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was also 6% to 9%, lower than the state average.
Enrollment decreased from 917 students in 1999 to 390 in 2023, and minority enrollment was 99%, including 81% eligible for free lunch, reflecting significant socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades Pre–K through 5 with about 390 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, ranking in the top 20% statewide for lowest student–teacher ratio and highest percentage of students eligible for free lunch.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central PK Elementary School serves the southwest part of Birmingham, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Park Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Central Park 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 Central Park Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1158 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
79%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Central Park Elementary School's ranking?
Central Park Elementary School is ranked #1158 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Central Park Elementary School often compared to?
Central Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton School, Bush Hills Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Central Park Elementary School?
386 students attend Central Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Central Park Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Park Elementary School?
Central Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Park Elementary School offer ?
Central Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Park Elementary School part of?
Central Park Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Park Elementary School located?
Central Park Elementary School is located in the Central Park neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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