Grantswood Community School

About Grantswood Community School

Grantswood Community School is a small, independent school located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse community. It is a place where students can grow and thrive, and where teachers and staff are passionate about education.
Grantswood Community School offers a unique learning experience for its students. The school has a strong focus on academics and encourages students to explore their interests and develop their skills. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, art, and drama.
The school has a diverse student body, with students from all backgrounds and cultures. This diversity helps to create a positive and supportive learning environment. The school also has a strong sense of community, with parents, teachers, and staff working together to ensure the best possible educational experience for all students.
Grantswood Community School is committed to providing quality education to its students. The school has a strong commitment to excellence and strives to ensure that all students reach their full potential. With its commitment to excellence, Grantswood Community School is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a quality education.

Address:	1979 Grantswood School Rd Birmingham, AL 35210
Phone:	(205) 379-3700
Site:	grantswood.jefcoed.com
Grades:	PreK – 5
Enrollment:	435 students

Overview Grantswood Community School

Grantswood Community School serves 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Grantswood Community School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (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 34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Grantswood Community School

Grantswood Community School is ranked within the bottom 50% 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 Grantswood Community School is 0.58, 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.