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#36 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 3% in state

Mountain Brook Elementary School

Elementary School · Mountain Brook City

3020 Cambridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL 35223

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#36 of 1,356

In Mountain Brk

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Mountain Brook City

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Mountain Brook Elementary School

9.4/10

Elementary School in Mountain Brk · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mountain Brook Junior High School

8.9/10

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9.1/10

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About Mountain Brook Elementary School

Mountain Brook Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mountain Brk, AL, part of Mountain Brook City. Mountain Brook Elementary School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain Brook Elementary School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.4
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency98.6% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg+15.8 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)79% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,829

Mountain Brook Elementary School — Students at Mountain Brook Elementary School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 88.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.6% (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
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
85%
2024
ELA
98.6%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Mountain Brook Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
97th percentile in AL
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers

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

3020 Cambridge Rd, Mountain Brk, AL 35223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain Brook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestline Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Vestavia Hills Elementary East (rated 9.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Vestavia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Edgewood Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Homewood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mountain Brk, see our Mountain Brk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mountain Brook Junior High School Mountain Brk 1.1 mi 8.9
Shades Cahaba Elementary School Homewood 1.0 mi 9.1
MCELWAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Birmingham 1.2 mi
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF ALABAMA Birmingham 1.3 mi 8.2
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Birmingham 1.5 mi 5.8
Jefferson County Virtual School Birmingham 1.4 mi 4.9
Crestline Elementary School Mountain Brk 1.6 mi 9.6
OUR LADY OF SORROWS Birmingham 1.6 mi 6.0
CREATIVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham 1.6 mi 7.4
Homewood High School Homewood 1.9 mi 8.4
Ramsay High School Birmingham 2.0 mi 6.3
THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL Birmingham 2.3 mi 7.1
NE MILES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Birmingham 2.2 mi 7.4
Avondale Elementary School Birmingham 2.4 mi 6.7
Vestavia Hills Elementary East Vestavia 2.5 mi 9.4
Edgewood Elementary School Homewood 2.4 mi 9.3
Glen Iris Elementary School Birmingham 2.5 mi 4.8
Homewood Middle School Homewood 2.4 mi 8.6
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights Vestavia Hills 2.8 mi 9.3
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Birmingham 2.9 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,079

Median Home Value

$744,400

Median Rent

$1,372/mo

Population

10,665

College Educated

83.9%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

46.9

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Riverchase Elementary School Hoover, AL 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain Brook Elementary School

What grades does Mountain Brook Elementary School serve?

Mountain Brook Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Mountain Brook Elementary School?

Mountain Brook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Brook Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Brook Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain Brook Elementary School rank in AL?

Mountain Brook Elementary School ranks #36 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Mountain Brook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain Brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Mountain Brook Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Brook Elementary School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mountain Brook Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mountain Brook Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

4.1% of students at Mountain Brook 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County

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