Minor Elementary School ranked in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools in 2023, with its overall state ranking declining from #986 in 2012 to #1098 in 2023.
Math proficiency was 8%, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 24%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 6% and 9%, lower than the state average.
Enrollment decreased from 595 students in 2003 to 423 students recently, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained high, rising from 61% in 2011 to 89% in 2023, indicating a steadily low socioeconomic status.
The Birmingham City school served grades Pre–K through 5 with an enrollment of 423 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 as of the most recent data.
Minority enrollment was predominantly Black at 92%, with small Hispanic and multiracial populations; the school qualified for Title I and the National School Lunch Program under the Community Eligibility Option.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minor Elementary School serves the west part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes from most locations within the zone. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minor Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Minor Elementary 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 Minor Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1098 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
89%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minor Elementary School's ranking?
Minor Elementary School is ranked #1098 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
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 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Minor Elementary School?
441 students attend Minor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Minor Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minor Elementary School?
Minor Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minor Elementary School offer ?
Minor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minor Elementary School part of?
Minor Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Minor Elementary School located?
Minor Elementary School is located in the West End Manor neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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