HEMPHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hemphill Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Birmingham City school district, located in Birmingham, AL with about 480 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 28 teachers, Hemphill Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Hemphill Elementary School is a public school located in the Birmingham City School District in Birmingham, Alabama. Serving a diverse student population in the 35211 zip code, the school is committed to providing a foundational education that prepares students for academic success in their middle and high school years. As part of the Birmingham City Schools system, Hemphill operates under a district-wide focus on improving literacy, numeracy, and student engagement through structured curriculum and community support.

The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the unique needs of its student body. Like many schools in the district, Hemphill prioritizes character development and community involvement, often acting as a hub for local families. For families seeking specific information regarding current academic programs, enrollment requirements, or school-wide events, the school maintains an official presence through the Birmingham City Schools district website, where resources for parents and updates on school initiatives are regularly posted.

For more information, contact Hemphill Elementary School at (205) 231-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.