Hemphill Elementary School ranked #1086 in Alabama in 2023, showing improvement from #1194 in 2022 but lower than its peak of #809 in 2011; overall testing remained in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 10–14% in 2023, reading proficiency was 15–19%, and science proficiency was ≤10%, all lower than the Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38%, respectively.
Enrollment declined from 511 students in 2017 to 336 in 2023, while the student–teacher ratio improved from 18:1 to 15:1; eligibility for free lunch remained high at 86%, indicating stable socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades pre–kindergarten through 5 with 339 students and 20 teachers in the 2023 school year, maintaining Title I status in the Birmingham City district of this Alabama public elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemphill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hemphill Elementary School's student population of 339 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hemphill 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 Hemphill Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1086 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
89%
32%
White
n/a
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
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bison
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemphill Elementary School's ranking?
Hemphill Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hemphill Elementary School often compared to?
Hemphill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West End Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hemphill Elementary School?
339 students attend Hemphill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hemphill Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hemphill Elementary School?
Hemphill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hemphill Elementary School offer ?
Hemphill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hemphill Elementary School part of?
Hemphill Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hemphill Elementary School located?
Hemphill Elementary School is located in the Arlington West End neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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