Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irondale Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irondale Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irondale Community School's student population of 459 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irondale Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irondale Community School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1018 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
42%
10%
Black
43%
32%
White
11%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irondale Community School's ranking?
Irondale Community School is ranked #1018 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Irondale Community School often compared to?
Irondale Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Prep, I3 Phase 1 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Irondale Community School?
459 students attend Irondale Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Irondale Community School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irondale Community School?
Irondale Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Irondale Community School offer ?
Irondale Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Irondale Community School part of?
Irondale Community School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Irondale Community School located?
Irondale Community School is located in the Five Points South neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Points South.
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