Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hemphill 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (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 declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% 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
School Rankings
Hemphill 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 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
#1194 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemphill Elementary School's ranking?
Hemphill Elementary School is ranked #1194 out of 1,285 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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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