Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountain Gap 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Gap Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Gap Elementary School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Gap 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 Mountain Gap Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#295 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
68%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Gap Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain Gap Elementary School is ranked #295 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mountain Gap Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain Gap Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Cove Elementary School, Weatherly Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mountain Gap Elementary School?
338 students attend Mountain Gap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mountain Gap Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Gap Elementary School?
Mountain Gap Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Gap Elementary School offer ?
Mountain Gap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mountain Gap Elementary School part of?
Mountain Gap Elementary School is part of Huntsville City School District.
School Reviews
Review Mountain Gap Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What are the Benefits of Magnet Schools?
Kate Barrington has compiled this guide to magnet schools, explaining their unique educational approach, core principles, benefits, and potential considerations for parents seeking alternatives within the public school system.
Uniforms: The Pros and Cons
This comprehensive article explores the pros and cons of school uniforms in public schools. It discusses their impact on safety, learning environment, self-expression, and cost-effectiveness. The piece presents statistics, expert opinions, and arguments from both proponents and opponents, helping parents make informed decisions about uniform policies.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
