Hudson Keight School, a Birmingham, Alabama public school serving grades PreK–8, ranked in the bottom 50% statewide with an overall state rank decline from #576 in 2012 to #1207 in 2023.
Math proficiency stood at 7%, reading at 15%, and science at 5% in 2023, all lower than Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively, reflecting persistently low test scores over recent years.
Enrollment declined from 751 students in 2016 to 554 in 2023, with free lunch eligibility increasing from 83% in 2016 to 93%, highlighting socioeconomic challenges within its predominantly minority (99%) student body.
The school reported a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 in 2023 with 554 students and 27 teachers, operating as a Title I school in the Collegeville neighborhood.
Despite low proficiency rates and declining ranks, the school maintained a graduation rate of approximately 90%, exceeding the state average of 88% in 2023.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hudson Keight School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hudson Keight School's student population of 580 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hudson Keight School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hudson Keight School is 0.32, 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
#1207 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
81%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hudson Keight School's ranking?
Hudson Keight School is ranked #1207 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hudson Keight School?
580 students attend Hudson Keight School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hudson Keight School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hudson Keight School?
Hudson Keight School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hudson Keight School offer ?
Hudson Keight School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hudson Keight School part of?
Hudson Keight School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hudson Keight School located?
Hudson Keight School is located in the Collegeville neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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