Sylvania School
8 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Sylvania School
Sylvania School is a diverse learning community located in the heart of the city. It is a place where students of all ages can learn and grow. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that is designed to meet the needs of students from all backgrounds and abilities. The school also has an extensive extracurricular program, which includes sports, clubs, and activities.
At Sylvania School, teachers and staff are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive learning environment. They strive to provide students with the best possible education and to create a culture of respect, collaboration, and positive relationships. The school also has a strong emphasis on character education and service learning.
Sylvania School is committed to developing life-long learners and preparing students for success in their future endeavors. Through its rigorous academic standards, commitment to technology, and emphasis on the development of character, Sylvania School provides its students with the skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond.
Address:
133 2nd Street N
Sylvania, AL 35988Phone:
(256) 638-2030
Site:
Grades:
PreK – 12
Enrollment:
830 students
Overview Sylvania School
Sylvania School serves 830 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Sylvania School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (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 43% (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 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Verdict on Sylvania School
Sylvania School is ranked within the top 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 Sylvania School is 0.55, 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.