The top reported proficiency rate is 81% in English language arts. The lowest is 44% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Moody Elementary School
Moody Elementary School is a regular public school in the St. Clair County district, serving pre-kindergarten through third grade. It sits in the city of Moody, a fast‑growing community east of Birmingham that has attracted many families who commute to the metro area. Moody’s suburban growth is reflected in home values that run a bit above the Alabama average, and the city promotes both residential and commercial expansion alongside a small‑town feel. The school itself is part of a local feeder system that includes a middle school, junior high, and high school within the same district, giving families a straightforward pathway through the grades.
The student body is predominantly white, with noticeable shares of Black, Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial students. More than half of students qualify for free or reduced‑price lunch, indicating a moderate level of economic diversity. Enrollment is sizable for a school that stops at third grade, and the grade‑level counts suggest steady numbers across kindergarten through third grade with a smaller pre‑kindergarten group.
State testing is administered only in third grade, which is the tested grade for this school. In English language arts, the school posts a strong proficiency rate, while math proficiency is notably lower. When these two subjects are combined into an overall measure, Moody Elementary’s performance places it among the higher‑performing schools in St. Clair County when compared across district elementary schools. The gap between ELA and math is a detail a parent may want to explore with the school, especially to understand how math instruction builds in the early grades and what supports are in place for students who need extra help. Only one year of results is available, so there is no trend data to show whether performance is improving or stable over time.
Several categories of information are absent from the data. There is no reported rate for special education identification, English learner services, discipline incidents, or chronic absenteeism. The school does not serve grades that produce a graduation rate, and no information was provided about program offerings such as gifted, intervention, or enrichment activities. The district brief turned up no recent parent‑relevant changes, so families looking for a sense of current priorities or initiatives at the system level will need to contact the district directly for that picture.
Moody itself is a car‑dependent suburb oriented around Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 411. Walking is possible at the city’s park facilities, which include athletic fields, tennis courts, a walking track, and a Miracle League field for disabled children and adults, but the built environment is not structured for pedestrian street life or a walkable downtown. The city hosts annual events such as Oktoberfest, a bluegrass festival, and a Christmas parade. Moody has grown consistently over the past decade, driven largely by Birmingham commuters seeking suburban homes. Housing in the area is moderately priced compared to state norms; the typical monthly cost of owning is somewhat higher than renting, reflecting a market where buying carries a premium.
Moody Elementary offers a strong foundation in reading and writing for early elementary students, with math being an area that may warrant closer attention from families. The school sits in a growing, commuter‑friendly community with a recognizable identity and a range of recreational amenities. For parents who value high early literacy performance and a straightforward feeder pattern into a county district, this school fits that profile. Those who want more information about student support services, special programs, or longitudinal academic progress beyond the limited testing data will need to follow up directly with the school or the St. Clair County district to fill in the gaps.
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