Bear Exploration Center

About Bear Exploration Center

The Bear Exploration Center is a unique educational facility located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. It is dedicated to the conservation and education of bears and their habitats. The Center offers a variety of interactive experiences for visitors of all ages, including interactive exhibits, educational programs, and hands-on activities.
The main exhibit at the Bear Exploration Center is a simulated bear den, which allows visitors to observe bears in their natural habitat. The den is equipped with cameras and microphones, so visitors can observe the bears up close and learn about their behaviors and habits.
In addition, the Center offers a variety of educational programs and activities. These include guided hikes, lectures, and workshops on bear biology and conservation. Visitors can also participate in a variety of hands-on activities, such as bear tracking and bear-proofing their campsites.
The Bear Exploration Center is a great place to learn about bears and their environment. Whether you are a novice or an expert, you will find something to enjoy at the Center. So come explore and discover the wonders of the bear world!

Address:	2525 Churchill Dr Montgomery, AL 36111
Phone:	(334) 284-8014
Site:	www.bear.mps-al.org
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	524 students

Overview Bear Exploration Center

Bear Exploration Center serves 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Bear Exploration Center placed in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Bear Exploration Center

Bear Exploration Center is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Bear Exploration Center is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.