Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Myrtlewood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myrtlewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Myrtlewood Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We educate and empower all students to be college and career-ready graduates.
School Rankings
Myrtlewood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myrtlewood Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
31%
31%
White
63%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myrtlewood Elementary School's ranking?
Myrtlewood Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Myrtlewood Elementary School?
280 students attend Myrtlewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Myrtlewood Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myrtlewood Elementary School?
Myrtlewood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myrtlewood Elementary School offer ?
Myrtlewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myrtlewood Elementary School part of?
Myrtlewood Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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