Serving 341 students in grades 3-4, Huntington Place Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntington Place Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Huntington Place Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Huntington Place Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huntington Place Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#98 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
9%
32%
White
78%
51%
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
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntington Place Elementary School's ranking?
Huntington Place Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Huntington Place Elementary School often compared to?
Huntington Place Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holt Elementary School, Rock Quarry Elementary School, Flatwoods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Huntington Place Elementary School?
341 students attend Huntington Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Huntington Place Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huntington Place Elementary School?
Huntington Place Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Huntington Place Elementary School offer ?
Huntington Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huntington Place Elementary School part of?
Huntington Place Elementary School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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