Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Quarry Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Quarry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Quarry Elementary School's student population of 671 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
The vision of the Tuscaloosa City Schools is to be a premier, innovative school system where each and every student graduates and is fully prepared for life and career success.
School Rankings
Rock Quarry Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Quarry Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#36 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
10%
31%
White
70%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Quarry Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Quarry Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Rock Quarry Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Quarry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Rock Quarry Elementary School?
671 students attend Rock Quarry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Rock Quarry Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Quarry Elementary School?
Rock Quarry Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Quarry Elementary School offer ?
Rock Quarry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Quarry Elementary School part of?
Rock Quarry Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
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