Curry Elementary School in Birmingham, Alabama, closed in 2015 after serving grades K–5 with enrollments reaching over 280 students in the early 2000s.
Math proficiency declined notably from 60% in 2013 to 33% in 2023, though remaining higher than the state average of 30% that year.
Reading proficiency decreased from 65% in 2011 to 68% in 2022, exceeding the state average of 47% in 2022 but showing overall weaker performance compared to earlier years.
Science proficiency rose from 40% in 2021 to 55% in 2022, both years higher than the state averages of 36% and 38%, respectively.
Demographic and socioeconomic data showed high free lunch eligibility at 94% in 2007, indicating a predominantly low–income student population before closure.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (07-08)
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers (06-07)
17 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(07-08)n/a
1%
Asian
(07-08)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(07-08)n/a
4%
Black
(07-08)100%
36%
White
(07-08)n/a
58%
Hawaiian
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
94%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Curry Elementary School?
203 students attend Curry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Curry Elementary School students are Black.
What grades does Curry Elementary School offer ?
Curry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Curry Elementary School part of?
Curry Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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