Erwin Intermediate School ranked #1078 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #1187 in 2022 but still positioned in the bottom 50% statewide among New Jersey high schools.
Math proficiency was 11% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, with a decline from 22% in 2018; reading proficiency was 22%, also lower than the state average of 47%, showing modest improvement since 2017.
Minority enrollment was 99%, with 435 Black and 47 Hispanic students; 85% of students qualified for free lunch, reflecting stable high socioeconomic need from 2018 to 2023 in this Berkeley Heights public high school.
The school served grades 3–5 with 492 students in 2023 and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, slightly higher than previous years, consistent with enrollment declines from over 680 students in 2017.
Science proficiency was notably higher at 69%, exceeding the state average of 38% in recent years, contrasting with other tested subjects at this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Erwin Elementary School serves the eastern part of Birmingham, AL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Erwin Intermediate School's student population of 510 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Erwin Intermediate 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 Erwin Intermediate School is 0.28, 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
#1078 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
84%
31%
White
1%
50%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue, Crimson, Scarlet
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erwin Intermediate School's ranking?
Erwin Intermediate School is ranked #1078 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Erwin Intermediate School often compared to?
Erwin Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Erwin Middle School, Center Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Erwin Intermediate School?
510 students attend Erwin Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Erwin Intermediate School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erwin Intermediate School?
Erwin Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Erwin Intermediate School offer ?
Erwin Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erwin Intermediate School part of?
Erwin Intermediate School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Erwin Intermediate School located?
Erwin Intermediate School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 5 other public schools located in Central City.
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