Englewood Elementary School in Tuscaloosa, AL, serves 527 students in grades 3–5 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the district average of 17:1.
Math proficiency is 23%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and the Tuscaloosa County district average of 24%, showing a decline from 50% proficiency reported in 2019.
Reading proficiency stands at 50%, which is higher than the state average of 47% and the district average of 45%, remaining relatively stable over recent years.
Science proficiency ranges between 20% and 24%, which is lower than the state average of 38% and district average of 34%.
Enrollment increased slightly from 502 students in 2022 to 527 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch rose significantly from 47% in 2022 to 66% in 2023, indicating growing socioeconomic needs among the student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Englewood Elementary School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Englewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Englewood Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#554 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
77%
31%
White
13%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Englewood Elementary School's ranking?
Englewood Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Englewood Elementary School often compared to?
Englewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Quarry Elementary School, Verner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Englewood Elementary School?
522 students attend Englewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Englewood Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Englewood Elementary School?
Englewood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Englewood Elementary School offer ?
Englewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Englewood Elementary School part of?
Englewood Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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