Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bryant Park Elementary School 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 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bryant Park Elementary School's student population of 646 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Bryant Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Park Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#761 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
80%
32%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Bryant Park Elementary School's ranking?
Bryant Park Elementary School is ranked #761 out of 1,285 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Bryant Park Elementary School?
646 students attend Bryant Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bryant Park Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bryant Park Elementary School?
Bryant Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bryant Park Elementary School offer ?
Bryant Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bryant Park Elementary School part of?
Bryant Park Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bryant Park Elementary School located?
Bryant Park Elementary School is located in the Crestline neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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