Skyland Elementary School in Tuscaloosa, AL serves 456 students from Pre–Kindergarten through 5th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is between 15–19%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and the Tuscaloosa City district average of 25%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 25–29%, also lower than the state average of 47% and the district average of 41%.
Science proficiency is 11–19%, falling below the state average of 38% and district average of 30%.
Enrollment increased from 385 students in 2023 to 456 students recently, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 86% in 2023 to the current 86% plus additional reduced–price lunch students, reflecting continued high socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Skyland Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
A place where children SOAR!
School Rankings
Skyland 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 Skyland Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#912 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
83%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyland Elementary School's ranking?
Skyland Elementary School is ranked #912 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Skyland Elementary School often compared to?
Skyland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Skyland Elementary School?
456 students attend Skyland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Skyland Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyland Elementary School?
Skyland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skyland Elementary School offer ?
Skyland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyland Elementary School part of?
Skyland Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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