Huffman Academy, a Birmingham public elementary school serving grades PK–5, ranked #1080 in Alabama in 2023, showing slight improvement from #1240 in 2021 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 8% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, with a declining trend from 69% in 2013; reading proficiency was 26%, also lower than the state average of 47%, showing a gradual increase since 2017.
The student population was 764 with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 in 2023, and 74% of students were eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need.
Minority enrollment was 99%, predominantly Black students at 661 of 764 total, consistent with historical demographic patterns.
Science proficiency ranged from 10% to 14% in recent years, lower than the state average of approximately 37%, confirming ongoing challenges in core academic subjects at this Union County NJ high school alternative in Alabama.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huffman Academy's student population of 779 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Huffman Academy 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 Huffman Academy is 0.25, 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
#1080 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
86%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huffman Academy's ranking?
Huffman Academy is ranked #1080 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Huffman Academy often compared to?
Huffman Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Charles A Brown Elementary School, Crestline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Huffman Academy?
779 students attend Huffman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Huffman Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huffman Academy?
Huffman Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Huffman Academy offer ?
Huffman Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huffman Academy part of?
Huffman Academy is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Huffman Academy located?
Huffman Academy is located in the Spring Lake neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Spring Lake.
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