Average
#1003 of 1,356 schools in AL
Lloyd Wood Education Center
School · Tuscaloosa County
2300 26th Avenue, Northport, AL 35476
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,003 of 1,356
In Northport
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#22 of 35
Tuscaloosa County
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Lloyd Wood Education Center
Lloyd Wood Education Center is a public school in Northport, AL, part of Tuscaloosa County. Lloyd Wood Education Center serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lloyd Wood Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,003 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Lloyd Wood Education Center show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, Lloyd Wood Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Lloyd Wood Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Lloyd Wood Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lloyd Wood Education Center — Students at Lloyd Wood Education Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.7/10.
How Lloyd Wood Education Center Compares
See how Lloyd Wood Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2300 26th Avenue, Northport, AL 35476
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lloyd Wood Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE CAPITOL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Tuscaloosa), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERWOOD CLASSICAL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Tuscaloosa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TUSCALOOSA ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Tuscaloosa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northport, see our Northport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Echols Middle School Northport | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Crestmont Elementary School Northport | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Matthews Elementary School Northport | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CollinsRiverside Middle School Northport | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| FaucettVestavia Elementary School Northport | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| THE CAPITOL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary School Tuscaloosa | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTH RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tuscaloosa | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Westlawn Middle School Tuscaloosa | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| RIVERWOOD CLASSICAL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Flatwoods Elementary School Northport | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Martin L King Jr Elementary School Tuscaloosa | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| TUSCALOOSA ACADEMY Tuscaloosa | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Oakdale Elementary School Tuscaloosa | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Central High School Tuscaloosa | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Verner Elementary School Tuscaloosa | 3.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Northridge High School Tuscaloosa | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Northridge Middle School Tuscaloosa | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| University Place Elementary School Tuscaloosa | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary Tuscaloosa | 3.6 mi | 9.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LOWNDES ACADEMY Lowndesboro, AL | 5.2 |
| NORTH RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tuscaloosa, AL | 5.1 |
| PICKENS ACADEMY Carrollton, AL | 5.1 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Millbrook, AL | 5.1 |
| CULLMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cullman, AL | 5.5 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School Birmingham, AL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lloyd Wood Education Center
What grades does Lloyd Wood Education Center serve?
Lloyd Wood Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Lloyd Wood Education Center?
Lloyd Wood Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lloyd Wood Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lloyd Wood Education Center is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lloyd Wood Education Center rank in AL?
Lloyd Wood Education Center ranks #1,003 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Lloyd Wood Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lloyd Wood Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lloyd Wood Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lloyd Wood Education Center has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lloyd Wood Education Center a charter school?
No, Lloyd Wood Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lloyd Wood Education Center a Title I school?
No, Lloyd Wood Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lloyd Wood Education Center?
23.1% of students at Lloyd Wood Education Center 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Tuscaloosa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (205) 342-2660
Resources & Links
District
Tuscaloosa County- District Enrollment
- 19,228
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,564
- District Rank
- #22 of 35
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