Homebound Elementary School, a special education school in Birmingham, AL serving grades PK–6, showed a declining trend in math proficiency from 81% in 2012 to 11% in 2023, consistently lower than the state average (30% in 2023).
Reading proficiency at this Berkeley Heights public high school declined from 77% in 2012 to 25% in 2022, remaining lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency exceeded the state average with 69% in 2021 and 1014% in 2022, surpassing Alabama's 38% average in 2022.
Enrollment has been minimal with 0 students reported in recent years and free lunch eligibility fluctuated, peaking at 100% for 4 students in 2019 and 2020.
The graduation rate improved from 57% in 2013 to 90% in 2023, generally trailing the state average which stands at 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (19-20)
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers (92-93)
4 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
8%
Black
(19-20)100%
33%
White
(19-20)n/a
54%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
100%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Homebound Elementary School often compared to?
Homebound Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William E Burkett Multihandicapped Center, Engle Day Treatment by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Homebound Elementary School?
4 students attend Homebound Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Homebound Elementary School students are Black.
What grades does Homebound Elementary School offer ?
Homebound Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Homebound Elementary School part of?
Homebound Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Homebound Elementary School located?
Homebound Elementary 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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