Summary:
Academy For Science Foreign Language is an elementary school in Huntsville, Alabama that serves students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. The school is part of the Huntsville City School District, which is ranked 83 out of 137 districts in Alabama and has a 2-star rating.
Academy For Science Foreign Language stands out for its diverse student population, with a student body that is 50.5% African American, 21.07% White, 12.71% Hispanic, and 14.05% two or more races. The school consistently outperforms the Huntsville City and Alabama state averages in academic areas, particularly in English/Language Arts, where 72.73% of 3rd graders, 63.33% of 4th graders, and 88.68% of 5th graders were proficient or better, compared to 55.51%, 53.82%, and 62.88% for Huntsville City, respectively. The school also demonstrates strong performance in serving its special education and low socioeconomic status student populations.
While Academy For Science Foreign Language outperforms many nearby schools, there are some exceptions, such as Blossomwood Elementary School, which has consistently higher proficiency rates in Mathematics. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has fluctuated significantly over the years, suggesting its performance may be sensitive to changes in factors such as curriculum, teaching staff, or student demographics. However, the school's ability to effectively serve its diverse student population, including strong performance for its African American and Hispanic subgroups, is a notable strength.
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