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#9 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 1% in state

Greystone Elementary School

Elementary School · Hoover City

300 Village Street, Hoover, AL 35242

Enrollment

412

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

9.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#9 of 1,356

In Hoover

#1 of 16

public schools

In district

#1 of 16

Hoover City

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Greystone Elementary School

9.6/10

Elementary School in Hoover · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Green Valley Elementary School

9.0/10

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9.3/10

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About Greystone Elementary School

Greystone Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hoover, AL, part of Hoover City. Greystone Elementary School serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Greystone Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Greystone Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency97.2% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,273
Chronic Absenteeism6.3%

Greystone Elementary School — Students at Greystone Elementary School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 79.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 80.8% (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
91%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2024
ELA
97.2%

* 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 Greystone Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.6/10
99th percentile in AL
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

Location

300 Village Street, Hoover, AL 35242

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greystone Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park (rated 9.4/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Vestavia), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brookwood Forest Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights (rated 9.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Vestavia Hills), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hoover, see our Hoover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ESSENTIAL CHURCH SCHOOL Birmingham 1.0 mi 3.4
HILLTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham 1.7 mi 7.8
Mt Laurel Elementary School Birmingham 1.8 mi 9.0
Inverness Elementary School Birmingham 2.5 mi 9.0
ALLAN COTT SCHOOL Birmingham 4.5 mi 7.7
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park Vestavia 4.6 mi 9.4
Liberty Park Middle School Vestavia 4.6 mi 8.9
Oak Mountain Middle School Birmingham 4.3 mi 6.9
Oak Mountain Elementary School Birmingham 4.4 mi 9.0
Spain Park High School Hoover 4.3 mi 8.0
Berry Middle School Hoover 4.4 mi 8.1
GODS HOUSE KINDERGARTEN AND DAY CARE Birmingham 4.6 mi
Chelsea Middle School Chelsea 5.6 mi 7.1
Chelsea High School Chelsea 5.6 mi 6.3
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights Vestavia Hills 5.3 mi 9.3
Oak Mountain High School Birmingham 5.4 mi 7.1
JOSEPH S BRUNO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Birmingham 5.6 mi 8.6
Forest Oaks Elementary School Chelsea 6.2 mi 8.7
Oak Mountain Intermediate School Birmingham 5.6 mi 8.7
Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk 5.9 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,053

Median Home Value

$452,300

Median Rent

$1,430/mo

Population

56,956

College Educated

64.5%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

42.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Creekside Elementary School Auburn, AL 9.6
Eura Brown Elementary School Gadsden, AL 9.6
Brocks Gap Intermediate School Hoover, AL 9.5
Cahaba Elementary School Trussville, AL 9.5
Cary Woods Elementary School Auburn, AL 9.7
EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile, AL 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greystone Elementary School

What grades does Greystone Elementary School serve?

Greystone Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Greystone Elementary School?

Greystone Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Greystone Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greystone Elementary School rank in AL?

Greystone Elementary School ranks #9 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Greystone Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greystone Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Greystone Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greystone Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Greystone Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Greystone Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

19.9% of students at Greystone 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
3 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Greystone Elementary School stack up?

Green Valley Elementary School
9.0
Gwin Elementary School
9.3
Shades Mountain Elementary School
9.4
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

District

Hoover City
District Enrollment
13,524
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,273
District Rank
#1 of 16

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