Pelham Ridge

About Pelham Ridge

Pelham Ridge is a residential neighborhood located in Birmingham, Alabama. The area is known for its scenic views and its convenient location near downtown Birmingham. The neighborhood is situated on a ridge overlooking the city and offers stunning views of the skyline. It is also close to several parks, including Red Mountain Park and Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve.
The area has a variety of housing options, including single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums. Most of the homes in the neighborhood are well-maintained and offer modern amenities such as updated kitchens and bathrooms. The neighborhood is also home to a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
Pelham Ridge is a vibrant and welcoming community that is perfect for families, professionals, and retirees alike. With its convenient location and beautiful views, it is no wonder why so many people choose to call Pelham Ridge home.

Address:	251 Applegate Parkway Pelham, AL 35124
Phone:	(205) 624-3704
Site:	–
Grades:	PreK – 5
Enrollment:	846 students

Overview Pelham Ridge

Pelham Ridge serves 846 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Pelham Ridge placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Verdict on Pelham Ridge

Pelham Ridge is ranked within the top 20% 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 Pelham Ridge is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.