Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irondale Community 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 7% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irondale Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irondale Community School's student population of 458 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Irondale Community 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 Irondale Community School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1018 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
11%
Black
37%
32%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Irondale Community School's ranking?
Irondale Community School is ranked #1018 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Irondale Community School often compared to?
Irondale Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Prep, I3 Academy Phase 1 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Irondale Community School?
458 students attend Irondale Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Irondale Community School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irondale Community School?
Irondale Community School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Irondale Community School offer ?
Irondale Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irondale Community School part of?
Irondale Community School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Irondale Community School located?
Irondale Community School is located in the Five Points South neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Points South.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Students-End of 2nd Semester
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School for Students
August 07, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools Closed
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools Closed
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Holidays-Schools Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
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