Blount County Learning Center served special needs students from Pre–K through 12 in Cleveland, Alabama, with a Title I designation and an enrollment that included 32 free lunch and 14 reduced–price lunch students.
Reading proficiency ranged from 30% to 39%, and math proficiency ranged from 40% to 49%, both lower than the Alabama state averages, with math proficiency declining from 22% in 2019 to 9% in 2023.
The school's graduation rate was below 50%, indicating challenges in student completion relative to state and district rates.
Enrollment and staffing data showed zero students and teachers reported from 2014 through 2023, reflecting potential reporting gaps or operational changes.
The school did not offer virtual instruction and participated in the National School Lunch Program to support student nutrition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (11-12)
67 students
Total Classroom Teachers (13-14)
3 teachers
Colors
Colors of the rainbow
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring to New Heights
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)40-49%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)30-39%
86%
Hispanic
(11-12)15%
5%
White
(11-12)85%
58%
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
48%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blount County Learning Center often compared to?
Blount County Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Appalachian School, William E Burkett Multihandicapped Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% AL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blount County Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Blount County Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 78%.
How many students attend Blount County Learning Center?
67 students attend Blount County Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Blount County Learning Center students are White, and 15% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Blount County Learning Center offer ?
Blount County Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blount County Learning Center part of?
Blount County Learning Center is part of Blount County School District.
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