Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School

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.
388
Total Students
22.1
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White105
Hispanic22
Black214
Asian3
Two or More43
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    214 (55.2 %)
  • White
    105 (27.1 %)
  • Two or More
    43 (11.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    22 (5.7 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten18
Kindergarten53
Grade 159
Grade 255
Grade 359
Grade 467
Grade 577
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21956.4%
Male16943.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)