City Elementary School is an active alternative school serving grades 7–8 in Birmingham, Alabama, participating in the National School Lunch Program and qualifying for Title I support.
The school showed fluctuating math proficiency, rising to 69% in 2023, which was higher than the state average of 30%, reversing a steep decline from 5% in 2021.
Reading proficiency declined from 67% in 2012 to percentages below the state average, reaching very low reported values in recent years, notably 20% in 2021 compared to a state average near 46%.
Science proficiency improved slightly from 10% in 2021 to 11% in 2022 but remained well below the state average of 38%.
Graduation rates fluctuated widely with data irregularities but were generally below the state average of approximately 88% in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-8
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (09-10)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
4%
Black
(09-10)100%
35%
White
(09-10)n/a
58%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (04-05)
30%
43%
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
How many students attend City Elementary School?
1 students attend City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of City Elementary School students are Black.
What grades does City Elementary School offer ?
City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is City Elementary School part of?
City Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is City Elementary School located?
City Elementary School is located in the Smithfield neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Smithfield.
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