OLIVER K5 SCHOOL

Oliver K5 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 25 teachers, Oliver K5 School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Oliver Elementary School, located in the East Lake community of Birmingham, Alabama, serves students from Kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Birmingham City Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic excellence and personal growth, placing a strong emphasis on foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development. As a neighborhood anchor, Oliver Elementary works to provide a structured educational experience that prepares its young learners for the transition to middle school while striving to meet the diverse needs of its student population.

The school is deeply integrated into the Birmingham community and focuses on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and local stakeholders to support student success. Beyond core academic instruction, Oliver Elementary emphasizes a positive school culture, encouraging student engagement through various classroom initiatives and school-wide programs. By focusing on both the intellectual and social-emotional development of its students, Oliver Elementary strives to ensure that every child is equipped with the tools necessary for future academic achievement.

For more information, contact Oliver K5 School at (205) 231-8620 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.