Tuggle Elementary School, a Birmingham public school serving grades PK–5, ranked in the bottom 50% statewide in 2023, declining from a rank of #982 in 2017 to #1026 in 2023.
Math proficiency was 13% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 23%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 6–9%, below the state average.
Enrollment remained stable around 454 students with a high minority population of 99% and 86% eligibility for free lunch in 2023, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges.
The student–teacher ratio was 17:1 in 2023, consistent with previous years, supporting a student body of approximately 470 across prekindergarten to grade 5.
Despite academic challenges, the school's graduation rate consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tuggle Elementary School serves the west part of Birmingham, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tuggle Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tuggle 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 Tuggle Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1026 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
69%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
50%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuggle Elementary School's ranking?
Tuggle Elementary School is ranked #1026 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Tuggle Elementary School?
423 students attend Tuggle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tuggle Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuggle Elementary School?
Tuggle Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tuggle Elementary School offer ?
Tuggle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuggle Elementary School part of?
Tuggle Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Tuggle Elementary School located?
Tuggle Elementary School is located in the Enon Ridge neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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