Very Good
#570 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 42% in state
Based on limited data
Center Point Elementary School
Elementary School · Jefferson County
4801 Indian Trail, Birmingham, AL 35215
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#570 of 1,356
In Birmingham
#21 of 58
public schools
In district
#12 of 55
Jefferson County
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Center Point Elementary School
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About Center Point Elementary School
Center Point Elementary School is a public elementary school in Birmingham, AL, part of Jefferson County. Center Point Elementary School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Center Point Elementary School show 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Center Point Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Center Point Elementary School — Students at Center Point Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 1 test record from AL state assessments. About our data
How Center Point Elementary School Compares
See how Center Point Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4801 Indian Trail, Birmingham, AL 35215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center Point Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Magnolia Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Trussville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bryant Park Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pinson Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Pinson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Erwin Intermediate School Center Point | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Erwin Middle School Center Point | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Center Point High School Center Point | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Chalkville Elementary School Birmingham | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Huffman Academy Birmingham | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Sun Valley Elementary School Birmingham | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Bryant Park Elementary Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Huffman High SchoolMagnet Birmingham | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Smith Middle School Birmingham | 2.7 mi | 1.9 |
| CORNERSTONE HIGH SCHOOL Birmingham | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH-PINSON Pinson | 3.1 mi | — |
| Pinson Elementary School Pinson | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| INTEGRITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 3.5 mi | — |
| Huffman Middle School Birmingham | 3.6 mi | 2.6 |
| Rudd Middle School Pinson | 3.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Martha Gaskins K5 Birmingham | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Pinson Valley High School Pinson | 4.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Christian School Birmingham | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| TRINITY OUTREACH MINISTRIES Birmingham | 4.7 mi | — |
| Magnolia Elementary School Trussville | 5.0 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,854
Median Home Value
$146,900
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Population
46,372
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
33.3
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| Cotaco School Somerville, AL | 7.0 |
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| Englewood Elementary School Tuscaloosa, AL | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center Point Elementary School
What grades does Center Point Elementary School serve?
Center Point Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Center Point Elementary School?
Center Point Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Point Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Center Point Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center Point Elementary School rank in AL?
Center Point Elementary School ranks #570 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Center Point Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Center Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Center Point Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Point Elementary School has 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP).
Is Center Point Elementary School a charter school?
No, Center Point Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center Point Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Center Point Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center Point Elementary School?
83.6% of students at Center Point 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (205) 379-2900
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 35,671
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,194
- District Rank
- #12 of 55
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