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#37 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 3% in state

Vestavia Hills Elementary East

Elementary School · Vestavia Hills City

2109 Tyson Dr, Vestavia, AL 35216

Enrollment

741

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#37 of 1,356

In Vestavia

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Vestavia Hills City

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Vestavia Hills Elementary East

9.4/10

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

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About Vestavia Hills Elementary East

Vestavia Hills Elementary East is a public elementary school in Vestavia, AL, part of Vestavia Hills City. Vestavia Hills Elementary East serves approximately 741 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Vestavia Hills Elementary East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Vestavia Hills Elementary East show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% 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 Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency97.7% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)79% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,810
Chronic Absenteeism4.5%

Vestavia Hills Elementary East — Students at Vestavia Hills Elementary East score 86% 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

5.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 87.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 87.1% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
89%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
87%
2024
ELA
97.7%

* 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 Vestavia Hills Elementary East Compares

See how Vestavia Hills Elementary East performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.4/10
97th percentile in AL
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

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

2109 Tyson Dr, Vestavia, AL 35216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vestavia Hills Elementary East may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge (rated 9.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Vestavia Hills), with a very similar rating. Another option is Vestavia Hills Elementary West (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mountain Brook Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vestavia, see our Vestavia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ASCENSION EPISCOPAL KINDERGARTEN Vestavia 0.6 mi
Homewood High School Homewood 0.9 mi 8.4
Vestavia Hills Elementary West Vestavia 1.1 mi 9.4
Vestavia Hills High School Freshman Campus Vestavia Hills 2.0 mi 5.2
OUR LADY OF SORROWS Birmingham 2.0 mi 6.0
Shades Cahaba Elementary School Homewood 2.0 mi 9.1
Vestavia Hills High School Vestavia 2.1 mi 8.5
Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge Vestavia Hills 1.8 mi 9.6
Edgewood Elementary School Homewood 2.1 mi 9.3
CREATIVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham 2.2 mi 7.4
Pizitz Middle School Vestavia 2.2 mi 9.2
ST MARK UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Birmingham 2.3 mi
Mountain Brook Elementary School Mountain Brk 2.5 mi 9.4
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF ALABAMA Birmingham 2.6 mi 8.2
Homewood Middle School Homewood 2.5 mi 8.6
Jefferson County Virtual School Birmingham 2.7 mi 4.9
Hall Kent Elementary School Homewood 2.3 mi 9.1
Rocky Ridge Elementary School Hoover 3.0 mi 9.1
Shades Mountain Elementary School Hoover 2.7 mi 9.4
JOHN CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Birmingham 2.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,125

Median Home Value

$376,200

Median Rent

$1,314/mo

Population

36,587

College Educated

52.7%

Homeownership

54.7%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

34.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk, AL 9.4
Cherokee Bend Elementary School Mountain Brk, AL 9.4
Deer Valley Elementary School Hoover, AL 9.4
Mountain Brook Elementary School Mountain Brk, AL 9.4
Riverchase Elementary School Hoover, AL 9.4
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park Vestavia, AL 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vestavia Hills Elementary East

What grades does Vestavia Hills Elementary East serve?

Vestavia Hills Elementary East serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Vestavia Hills Elementary East?

Vestavia Hills Elementary East has an enrollment of approximately 741 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vestavia Hills Elementary East?

The student-teacher ratio at Vestavia Hills Elementary East is 15.1:1. 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 East rank in AL?

Vestavia Hills Elementary East ranks #37 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Vestavia Hills Elementary East's MySchoolScout rating?

Vestavia Hills Elementary East 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 Vestavia Hills Elementary East?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vestavia Hills Elementary East has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Vestavia Hills Elementary East a charter school?

No, Vestavia Hills Elementary East is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Vestavia Hills Elementary East a Title I school?

No, Vestavia Hills Elementary East is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vestavia Hills Elementary East?

5.8% of students at Vestavia Hills Elementary East 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
741
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

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