What grades does Glen Iris Elementary School serve?

Glen Iris Elementary School operates as a Primary school within Birmingham City. The school serves families in the Birmingham area.

Where is Glen Iris Elementary School located?

Glen Iris Elementary School is a urban school in Birmingham, AL.

What school district is Glen Iris Elementary School in?

Glen Iris Elementary School operates under Birmingham City, serving students in Birmingham. Birmingham City includes 49 schools in total.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Iris Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glen Iris Elementary School is 21.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

How many schools are in Birmingham City?

There are 49 schools in Birmingham City, serving students across the area.

What schools are in Birmingham, AL?

Schools in Birmingham include Glen Iris Elementary School and others operated by Birmingham City. The district serves families throughout the Birmingham area.

What school district serves Birmingham, AL?

Birmingham is served by Birmingham City. The district operates 49 schools in the area.

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Glen Iris Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Birmingham, AL 35205

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

87th Annual All-City Christmas Music FestivalHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter HolidaysHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Jan

Mon

District Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Jan

Tue

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

786

Student:Teacher

21.8:1

Locale

Urban

District

Birmingham City

Econ. Disadvantaged

78.8%

Phone

(205)231-7440

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

19%

8th percentile in AL

Math Proficiency

6th percentile in AL

Chronic Absenteeism

4.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

20 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 23.6:1

Worse than average in AL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

694

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

86% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,201

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,132

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,164

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 28%State 39%Local 33%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$255,600

+0.8% 1yr+23.9% 5yr

Birmingham, AL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.7%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

9.0%

Uninsured residents

8.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,633

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,535

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,046 (41%)

Speech/Language Impairment

446 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

295 (12%)

Autism

291 (11%)

Other Health Impairment

268 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

25 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

827

Current enrollment

Growing(+13% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Fall Break

Break

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Thu, Dec 3, 2026

87th Annual All-City Christmas Music Festival

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Birmingham City. Glen Iris Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	87th Annual All-City Christmas Music FestivalDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter HolidaysDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	District Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—