BARRETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Barrett Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Birmingham City school district, located in Birmingham, AL with about 452 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Barrett Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Barrett Elementary School is a public school located in the East Lake community of Birmingham, Alabama, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Birmingham City Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. The school strives to create a supportive learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of its neighborhood population, working to prepare children for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond core academics, Barrett Elementary focuses on fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit. The faculty and staff prioritize building relationships with families and local stakeholders to create a collaborative atmosphere for student achievement. By utilizing the resources provided by the Birmingham City Schools system, the school works to integrate modern instructional strategies and enrichment opportunities into the daily classroom experience, aiming to inspire curiosity and lifelong learning in its young students.

For more information, contact Barrett Elementary School at (205) 231-8130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.