Serving 679 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gardendale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gardendale Elementary School's student population of 679 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Gardendale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardendale Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
35%
32%
White
50%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardendale Elementary School's ranking?
Gardendale Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Gardendale Elementary School often compared to?
Gardendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Rogers Elementary School, Bryan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Gardendale Elementary School?
679 students attend Gardendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gardendale Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardendale Elementary School?
Gardendale Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gardendale Elementary School offer ?
Gardendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardendale Elementary School part of?
Gardendale Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
August 07, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools Closed
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools Closed
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools Closed
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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