Powell Elementary School serves 123 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
98%
32%
White
2%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Powell Elementary School?
123 students attend Powell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Powell Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Powell Elementary School offer ?
Powell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Powell Elementary School part of?
Powell Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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