Excellent
#56 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 4% in state
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights
Elementary School · Vestavia Hills City
4401 Dolly Ridge Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#56 of 1,356
In Vestavia Hills
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Vestavia Hills City
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights is a public elementary school in Vestavia Hills, AL, part of Vestavia Hills City. Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 9.4
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights — Students at Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.3/10.
How Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights Compares
See how Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4401 Dolly Ridge Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Crestline Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brookwood Forest Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vestavia Hills, see our Vestavia Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,063
Median Home Value
$484,400
Median Rent
$1,632/mo
Population
17,776
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
39.4
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| Cottonwood Elementary School Cottonwood, AL | 9.3 |
| Good Hope Primary School Cullman, AL | 9.3 |
| Gwin Elementary School Hoover, AL | 9.3 |
| Horizon Elementary School Madison, AL | 9.3 |
| Joe M Gillmore Elementary School Jackson, AL | 9.3 |
| Opp Elementary School Opp, AL | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights
What grades does Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights serve?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights?
The student-teacher ratio at Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights rank in AL?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights ranks #56 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights a charter school?
No, Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights a Title I school?
No, Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights?
19.4% of students at Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.9%
- Phone
- (205) 402-5480
Resources & Links
District
Vestavia Hills City- District Enrollment
- 6,937
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,810
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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