School Overview
Bush Hills Academy, located in the West End community of Birmingham, Alabama, serves as a dedicated K-8 school within the Birmingham City Schools district. The institution is committed to providing a structured academic environment that focuses on foundational learning in the primary grades while preparing middle school students for the rigors of high school. By emphasizing a comprehensive curriculum, the academy aims to foster intellectual growth and character development among its diverse student population, striving to ensure that all learners are equipped with the skills necessary for future academic success.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Bush Hills Academy plays an integral role in the local community by promoting a supportive school culture that encourages parental involvement and student engagement. The school leverages its location in the historic Bush Hills neighborhood to connect students with local resources and community-based opportunities. With a focus on academic achievement, discipline, and personal development, the academy works to create a safe, nurturing space that empowers its students to become productive, contributing members of society.
433
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bush Hills STEAM Academy
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic21
Black404
Two or More7
  • Black
    404 (93.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    21 (4.8 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (1.6 %)
  • White
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Birmingham City
Phone: (205)231-6370
Website: http://www.bhm.k12.al.us/bushhills
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 433
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 316
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 130
Grade 7 143
Grade 8 160

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bush Hills STEAM Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 6130
Grade 7143
Grade 8160
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bush Hills STEAM Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16738.6%
Male26661.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)