Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School
388 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
The Academy for Academics and Arts (AAA) in Huntsville, Alabama, is a specialized magnet school within the Huntsville City Schools district that integrates rigorous academic instruction with a comprehensive fine arts curriculum. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is designed for families seeking an educational environment where creativity is treated as a core academic discipline. The curriculum emphasizes a balanced approach, ensuring that students meet high state standards in core subjects like mathematics, science, and literacy while simultaneously engaging in daily instruction in areas such as dance, theater, music, and visual arts.
A hallmark of the Academy is its mission to develop well-rounded students who leverage their artistic training to enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Because it is a magnet institution, the school often utilizes an audition or portfolio-based application process, attracting students from across the district who have a dedicated interest in the arts. By fostering a collaborative culture that encourages performance and creative expression, the Academy for Academics and Arts provides a unique educational experience that prepares students for the competitive demands of high school and beyond, all while cultivating a deep appreciation for the humanities.
A hallmark of the Academy is its mission to develop well-rounded students who leverage their artistic training to enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Because it is a magnet institution, the school often utilizes an audition or portfolio-based application process, attracting students from across the district who have a dedicated interest in the arts. By fostering a collaborative culture that encourages performance and creative expression, the Academy for Academics and Arts provides a unique educational experience that prepares students for the competitive demands of high school and beyond, all while cultivating a deep appreciation for the humanities.
388
Total Students
22.1
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 105 |
| Hispanic | 22 |
| Black | 214 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 43 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black214 (55.2 %)
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White105 (27.1 %)
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Two or More43 (11.1 %)
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Hispanic22 (5.7 %)
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Asian3 (0.8 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Huntsville City |
| Phone: | (256)428-7600 |
| Website: | http://www.huntsvillecityschools.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 388 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 193 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
18
Kindergarten
53
Grade 1
59
Grade 2
55
Grade 3
59
Grade 4
67
Grade 5
77
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 18 |
| Kindergarten | 53 |
| Grade 1 | 59 |
| Grade 2 | 55 |
| Grade 3 | 59 |
| Grade 4 | 67 |
| Grade 5 | 77 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 219 | 56.4% |
| Male | 169 | 43.6% |
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