Wilson Elementary School in Birmingham, AL closed in 2015 and previously served grades Kindergarten through 5th grade.
The school's state ranking declined from #714 in 2010 to #281 in 2011 before closure, indicating a downward trend prior to closing.
Math proficiency declined from 86% in 2012 to 2% in 2022, remaining lower than the state average throughout its final years.
Reading proficiency fell from 90% in 2012 to 22% in 2022, also below the state average consistently.
Science proficiency was lower than the state average in 2022 at 10% compared to Alabama's 38%.
Enrollment steadily declined in the years before closure, with student–teacher ratios ranging roughly from 12:1 to 17:1 in prior years; all data show zero enrollment and teachers after 2015.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (10-11)
268 students
Showing 2002–2011. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (10-11)
16 teachers
Showing 2002–2011. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)85-89%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)90-94%
85%
Black
(10-11)100%
35%
Showing 2002–2011. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
58%
49%
Showing 2002–2011. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
6%
Showing 2002–2011. Full 13-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% AL state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% AL state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
268 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wilson Elementary School students are Black.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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