Excellent
#16 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 1% in state
Bluff Park Elementary School
Elementary School · Hoover City
569 Park Avenue, Hoover, AL 35226
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#16 of 1,356
In Hoover
#2 of 16
public schools
In district
#2 of 16
Hoover City
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Bluff Park Elementary School
Bluff Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hoover, AL, part of Hoover City. Bluff Park Elementary School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluff Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Bluff Park Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Bluff Park Elementary School — Students at Bluff Park Elementary School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Bluff Park Elementary School Compares
See how Bluff Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
569 Park Avenue, Hoover, AL 35226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bluff Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shades Mountain Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Deer Valley Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Riverchase Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hoover, see our Hoover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oxmoor K5 Birmingham | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Ira F Simmons Middle School Hoover | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| SPRING VALLEY SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Gwin Elementary School Hoover | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Shades Mountain Elementary School Hoover | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| JOHN CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| GREEN VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH Hoover | 2.6 mi | — |
| Pizitz Middle School Vestavia | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Green Valley Elementary School Hoover | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Deer Valley Elementary School Hoover | 3.3 mi | 9.4 |
| ST MARK UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Birmingham | 2.9 mi | — |
| Wenonah High School Birmingham | 3.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Hall Kent Elementary School Homewood | 3.7 mi | 9.1 |
| MIRACLE ACADEMY PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Birmingham | 3.8 mi | — |
| Vestavia Hills High School Freshman Campus Vestavia Hills | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Jones Valley Middle School Birmingham | 4.1 mi | 3.5 |
| HOOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hoover | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Riverchase Elementary School Hoover | 4.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Magic City Acceptance Academy Birmingham | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Richard Arrington Elementary Birmingham | 4.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,053
Median Home Value
$387,100
Median Rent
$1,467/mo
Population
37,693
College Educated
68.9%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arab Primary School Arab, AL | 9.5 |
| Brocks Gap Intermediate School Hoover, AL | 9.5 |
| Cahaba Elementary School Trussville, AL | 9.5 |
| EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile, AL | 9.5 |
| Forest Avenue Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 9.5 |
| Guntersville Elementary School Guntersville, AL | 9.5 |
Compare Bluff Park Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareBluff Park Elementary School vs Green Valley Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.0/10 -0.5 vs Bluff Park Elementary School
- CompareBluff Park Elementary School vs Gwin Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.3/10 -0.2 vs Bluff Park Elementary School
- CompareBluff Park Elementary School vs Shades Mountain Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.4/10 -0.1 vs Bluff Park Elementary School
- CompareBluff Park Elementary School vs Riverchase Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.4/10 -0.1 vs Bluff Park Elementary School
- CompareBluff Park Elementary School vs Rocky Ridge Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.1/10 -0.4 vs Bluff Park Elementary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bluff Park Elementary School
What grades does Bluff Park Elementary School serve?
Bluff Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bluff Park Elementary School?
Bluff Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluff Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bluff Park Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bluff Park Elementary School rank in AL?
Bluff Park Elementary School ranks #16 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Bluff Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bluff Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bluff Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluff Park Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bluff Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bluff Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bluff Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bluff Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluff Park Elementary School?
24.1% of students at Bluff Park Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.3%
- Phone
- (205) 439-2800
Resources & Links
District
Hoover City- District Enrollment
- 13,524
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,273
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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