Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West End Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West End Academy's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
West End Academy 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 West End Academy is 0.30, 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
#1179 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
82%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West End Academy's ranking?
West End Academy is ranked #1179 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West End Academy often compared to?
West End Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hemphill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West End Academy?
492 students attend West End Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West End Academy students are Black, 16% 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 West End Academy?
West End Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West End Academy offer ?
West End Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West End Academy part of?
West End Academy is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is West End Academy located?
West End Academy is located in the Oakwood Place neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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