Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blossomwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blossomwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blossomwood Elementary School's student population of 584 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Blossomwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blossomwood Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
45%
32%
White
41%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blossomwood Elementary School's ranking?
Blossomwood Elementary School is ranked #331 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Blossomwood Elementary School often compared to?
Blossomwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Blossomwood Elementary School?
584 students attend Blossomwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Blossomwood Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blossomwood Elementary School?
Blossomwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blossomwood Elementary School offer ?
Blossomwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blossomwood Elementary School part of?
Blossomwood Elementary School is part of Huntsville City School District.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2022
Blossom wood is a great school! They have great teachers & very caring principles!! My girl loves it here!
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