Gwin Elementary School
Hoover, AL 35226
Phone: (205) 439-2600
Fax: (205) 439-2601
District: Hoover City School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 507 students
Gwin Elementary School, a public school located in Hoover, AL, serves grades PK-5 in the Hoover City School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Gwin Elementary School is a public school located in Hoover, AL. 507 students attend Gwin Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Alabama Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Alabama Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 10/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Alabama Department of Education. |
Posted: August 29, 2019
Great! This is our 3rd year at Gwin. Teachers are amazing. So is Guidance Counselor as are all of the Specials teachers. The leadership at Gwin is very professional, approachable, and caring. Great curriculum.
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Posted: March 5, 2019
I love Gwin. Both my children have gone to Gwin. We moved to Hoover Alabama from Florida and the school has been great. My only complaint is that we moved to a different part of Hoover and they would not let our kids stay in Gwin even though our kids were doing great! They will not accept any out of zone request for any reason. We pleaded with the school board to let our children stay in the school and they denied it. I would recommend Gwin Highly!
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Posted: October 30, 2018
I was excited about this school because of area and reviews but after having my child in a different school I see it is not so. I disagree with the use of class dojo it causes division among classmates and does not improve behavior despite research and is subjective. My child has thrived in environments that do not use. Just be wise that the ratings do not always make the school. Visit and see if you feel welcomed and if the atmosphere is welcoming. I do feel that the health services are top notch despite the learning experience if you have a child with a medical need.
Posted: October 30, 2018
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Posted: August 11, 2016
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Posted: August 11, 2016
The teachers have been mostly great. The school it's self is well taken care of. The administration is not at all adequate to handle the amount of students there. I have had a child mishandled by a teacher, a child left on a school bus and forgotten about, and the after school program is a disorganized wreck. I will be thrilled to be out of this school when my kids are all in middle school.
Posted: February 13, 2015
I adore Gwin! My daughter is absolutely thriving there. The teachers are top notch and truly experts in their age group. It's small enough that I feel like everyone really knows her even if they aren't her main teacher. This school is awesome!
Posted: October 1, 2014
My child has been at Gwin for 3 years and we have had nothing but good experiences. The teachers are positive and engaging but have high expectations for the students. The PTO has welcomed us in as new parents to the school, and helped us find out more about how we can become involved in the community.
Posted: September 25, 2013
My son is in 4th grade. I am very pleased with the school and the faculty.
Posted: July 30, 2012
My granddaughter moved from another well liked elementary school in the Hoover School System to Gwin. I can truly say that the teachers she has had the last two years at Gwin are excellent and she has been challenged and motivated to think on her own and do well. The leadership instills in the children how much they care about each other and this is very unusual and refreshing.
Posted: July 28, 2011
My children, 1st and 3rd grader can't wait to get back to school at Gwin after summer break. They have both gone there since Kindergarten and have always been challenged academically. They are also encouraged by the staff to show good character in their school and community. The teachers at Gwin are very knowledgable about what each student needs. The administration is always open to listening to suggestions and are great leaders in the school. The school just has an all around friendly and fun academic atmosphere.
Posted: May 28, 2011
We relocated from Georgia and have been extremely pleased with the transition. My boys really like their teachers and the faculty as well. It is a "neighborhood school" where our boys have been challenged and enjoy learning. We will be there for a while being that we have four boys, 3 years apart and we know we made the right decision with Gwin!!!!
Posted: February 25, 2011
Our son has gone to Gwin since 1st grade, after a transfer from a private school . Boy, do we wish he'd gone to Gwin for kindergarten, as well! Gwin has exceeded our expectations. Our son gets extra help and the feeling I get is that he has a real 'support system' at Gwin. Caring, responsive, positive - all things that I love about the Gwin 'community.' The principal and assistant principal are lovely women who really care about the students. The teachers, in a word, wonderful. Gwin is an excellent school with a challenging curriculum. I can't recommend Gwin Elementary School enough!
Posted: May 29, 2010
The school is just OK. There are a few programs that shine -- like the fantastic enrichment program. But the administration leaves a lot to be desired. While a handful of the teachers we've experienced have been good at communicating with parents, many of our inquiries (which were not unreasonable, either in number or subject matter) were left unanswered. The curriculum has been less than challenging, and we have had to do significant amounts of additional work at home to supplement what is lacking at Gwin. Our work at home is then frequently "undone" at school, where creative problem solving and alternative learning methods are discouraged. We've been most disappointed, and will soon be moving our child to another school.
Posted: April 26, 2010
Teachers are wonderful and always helpful and informative. The principal and vice-principal are always willing to help and always have the best interest of your child in mind. A great school!
Posted: December 9, 2007
Posted: November 1, 2007
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| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Birmingham National Guard | 13 mi. |
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