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#509 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 38% in state

Crestmont Elementary School

Elementary School · Tuscaloosa County

2400 34th Ave, Northport, AL 35476

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#509 of 1,356

In Northport

#5 of 14

public schools

In district

#12 of 35

Tuscaloosa County

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Crestmont Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Northport · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Crestmont Elementary School

Crestmont Elementary School is a public elementary school in Northport, AL, part of Tuscaloosa County. Crestmont Elementary School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Crestmont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Crestmont Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.4% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,564
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Crestmont Elementary School — Students at Crestmont Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
86.9% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2024
ELA
75.4%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Crestmont Elementary School Compares

See how Crestmont Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
63th percentile in AL
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2400 34th Ave, Northport, AL 35476

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crestmont Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FaucettVestavia Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Verner Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Tuscaloosa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Huntington Place Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northport, see our Northport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lloyd Wood Education Center Northport 0.5 mi 5.2
Echols Middle School Northport 0.6 mi 4.4
Matthews Elementary School Northport 1.4 mi 5.1
FaucettVestavia Elementary School Northport 1.5 mi 9.2
CollinsRiverside Middle School Northport 1.5 mi 4.3
THE CAPITOL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa 2.0 mi 6.8
Flatwoods Elementary School Northport 1.9 mi 5.8
Central Elementary School Tuscaloosa 2.5 mi 7.0
Westlawn Middle School Tuscaloosa 2.6 mi 4.5
NORTH RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tuscaloosa 2.4 mi 5.1
Oakdale Elementary School Tuscaloosa 3.1 mi 6.6
Martin L King Jr Elementary School Tuscaloosa 3.1 mi 7.4
RIVERWOOD CLASSICAL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa 2.8 mi 6.7
TUSCALOOSA ACADEMY Tuscaloosa 3.0 mi 6.7
Central High School Tuscaloosa 3.4 mi 5.8
Verner Elementary School Tuscaloosa 3.7 mi 8.9
Northridge High School Tuscaloosa 3.7 mi 6.4
Northridge Middle School Tuscaloosa 3.8 mi 7.3
University Place Elementary School Tuscaloosa 4.1 mi 7.5
Huntington Place Elementary School Northport 4.7 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,545

Median Home Value

$196,800

Median Rent

$940/mo

Population

8,568

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

38.1%

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crestmont Elementary School

What grades does Crestmont Elementary School serve?

Crestmont Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Crestmont Elementary School?

Crestmont Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crestmont Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Crestmont Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crestmont Elementary School rank in AL?

Crestmont Elementary School ranks #509 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Crestmont Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Crestmont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Crestmont Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crestmont Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Crestmont Elementary School a charter school?

No, Crestmont Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Crestmont Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Crestmont Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crestmont Elementary School?

79.3% of students at Crestmont 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Tuscaloosa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

Tuscaloosa County
District Enrollment
19,228
Schools in District
36
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,564
District Rank
#12 of 35

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