Robert E Lee Elementary School in Birmingham, Alabama, closed in 2015 after serving grades K–5 with reported enrollment steadily declining before closure.
The school's state ranking declined from #950 in 2010 to #766 in 2011 before closure, indicating weaker performance over time.
Math proficiency fell sharply, with only 5% proficiency reported in 2023, significantly lower than the state average of 30%.
Reading proficiency also declined, showing rates lower than the state average in recent years, with 14% proficiency compared to the state's 47% in 2022.
The school served a high proportion of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reaching up to 90% eligibility prior to closing, reflecting socioeconomic challenges in the student population.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (10-11)
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers (10-11)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)80-84%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)80-84%
85%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(10-11)n/a
4%
Black
(10-11)99%
35%
White
(10-11)1%
58%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% AL state average).
How many students attend Robert E Lee Elementary School?
183 students attend Robert E Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Robert E Lee Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Robert E Lee Elementary School offer ?
Robert E Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Robert E Lee Elementary School part of?
Robert E Lee Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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