Grantswood Community Elementary School

Grantswood Community Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-2
5110 Grantswood Rd,  Irondale, AL
Jefferson County Schools
4.2
426 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms Ann W Tillman
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
43%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
39.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
22.3%
State Average
27.8%
Science
13%
State Average
21.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
474:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.4%
Male
47.6%
Black
64.6%
White
16.3%
Hispanic
14.4%
Two or more races
3.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/13/2023
The reviews for this school needs updating the front office support are amazing and made me and my kids feel welcomed. The principal goes over and beyond , she’s so sweet and cool. My kids love this school after transitioning from Georgia, they love the xtra care the teachers, principals, etc gives....
3.0 parent
4/10/2015
My child is finishing up her 2nd grade year at Grantswood. The teachers are great, super sweet. Somme of the office staff could use a personality. My only complaint with Grantswood is the fact they are suggesting I hold my child back but her grades don't reflect the need. I am just not sure holding...
5.0 parent
7/14/2014
Grantswood Community School is hands down one of the best Elementary schools in the state. The teachers take time with the children, know each of them by name and actually care and love them. They are great to the parents and keep us informed. Our son has been at the school for 2 years and we have N...
2.0 parent
4/7/2014
My daughter attended this School for Kindergarden and the Teacher she had was AWESOME AND CURRICULM GREAT, but the staff is mostly unfriendly and some rude! You walk in the office and they dont speak, you have speak to them, not used to that! I took my daughter out and never looked back. If you can...

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Grantswood Community Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-2 in Irondale, AL, in the Irondale neighborhood, and is served by the Jefferson County Schools in Alabama. The school has a total enrollment of 426 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Grantswood Community Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $371,844. Discover additional schools in the area, like Shades Valley High School, Mt. Brook High School, Jefferson Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Irondale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Grantswood Community Elementary School.

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