GOLDSMITHSCHIFFMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Huntsville City school district, located in Big Cove, AL with about 813 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 46 teachers, GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary 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.

Goldsmith-Schiffman Elementary School, located in the Big Cove area of Huntsville, Alabama, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Huntsville City Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and community-focused learning, the school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and character development among its students. Its curriculum is designed to meet rigorous state standards while incorporating modern instructional techniques to prepare young learners for future success.

The school is well-regarded for its strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community. By leveraging its location in the growing Big Cove region, Goldsmith-Schiffman emphasizes a holistic approach to education, often integrating local resources and values into the student experience. With a dedicated faculty and an active parent body, the school maintains a reputation for being a tight-knit, collaborative learning community that prioritizes student engagement and long-term academic achievement.

For more information, contact GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary at (256) 428-7150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1210 Taylor Road
Big Cove, AL 35763
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GOLDSMITHSCHIFFMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Big Cove, AL with about 813 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Huntsville City
Total Students:
813
Teachers:
46.2
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 813 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GOLDSMITHSCHIFFMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
76.5%
Two or more races
7.9%
Black or African American
6.9%
Hispanic/Latino
5.9%
Asian
2.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.