SKYLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Skyland Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tuscaloosa City school district, located in Tuscaloosa, AL with about 351 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 21 teachers, Skyland Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Skyland Elementary School, located on Southview Drive in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a dedicated member of the Tuscaloosa City Schools district. Serving a diverse community of young learners, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment. Its mission is centered on preparing students for future success by emphasizing foundational skills, character development, and a commitment to academic growth within a safe and nurturing campus atmosphere.

The school utilizes a variety of resources to encourage student achievement and parent involvement, which are pillars of the Tuscaloosa City Schools educational philosophy. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a strong connection with the local community, Skyland Elementary strives to address the unique needs of every student. Families interested in learning more about the school’s specific curriculum, upcoming events, or administrative policies can find comprehensive information on their official website.

For more information, contact Skyland Elementary School at (205) 759-3638 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2605 Southview Drive
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405-1302
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SKYLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tuscaloosa, AL with about 351 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Tuscaloosa City
Total Students:
351
Teachers:
21.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide 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 351 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SKYLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 94% of the student body.

Black or African American
94.0%
Hispanic/Latino
2.8%
White
2.3%
Two or more races
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

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.