Academy For Academics & Arts
Huntsville, AL 3581o
Phone: (256) 428-7600
Fax: (256) 428-7601
District: Huntsville City School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK-8 • 373 students
Academy For Academics & Arts, located in Huntsville, Alabama, is a public school that serves grades PK-8 in the Huntsville City School District. It is among the few public schools in Alabama to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10.
Academy For Academics & Arts is a public school located in Huntsville, AL. 373 students attend Academy For Academics & Arts.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 4/10 | 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 | 5/10 | 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: September 24, 2019
Posted: September 24, 2019
Kids run wild in the hall. Walk into the classes and sse if you notice any structured learning going on. Chromebooks not being used effectively, kids sitting and rawing in Science classes, etc. Their scores would improve if they went back to the good ol' way of teaching and take the toys out of their hands.
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Posted: January 10, 2017
This school offers my child more than I ever could. She gets the full experience of learning so many different things. This school deserves more than 8/10!!
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Posted: May 4, 2015
AAA is better than 8/10. It's a 9.5/10! The creativity oozes through every aspect of the school and her students. The faculty and administration is top drawer, deeply committed and innovative. aAA teaches character building as much as academics, does not teach to the test, and accomplishes diversity beautifully. If the world were like AAA- it would be a garden of Eden.
Posted: August 12, 2014
I've applied to this school for three years consecutively, because it had been recommended by a former student, and have not yet been able to arrange an interview for my child. After emailing the Principle directly to inquire about the backlog of applicants, I never heard back from anyone... I can't speak to the quality of the program, only the difficulty in enrolling.
Posted: August 6, 2014
I'm not sure why this school has anything less than 5 stars. If anything, it should have 10 STARS!!! This public school is the best education money "can't" buy. The principal is fantastic, so hands-on with all of the parents, faculty, staff and students. The faculty is top-notch and the students are truly loved by everyone in this family. Yes, I said FAMILY because that is the feel you get the moment you step foot on this campus. The bad reviews are old, outdated and in no way reflect the current culture of this institution. This school is ALL inclusive and serves a diverse population across all zip codes in Huntsville. It is a beautiful melting pot. And if you've never caught a performance by the children at this school, well, you've missed the biggest treat. You've got to see the "Broadway-like" shows these children put on. AMAZING! If you have any doubt about this school, you need to come and see for yourself. You'll come in a visitor and leave like family.
Posted: August 19, 2013
I should point out that most of the negative reviews of the school are out of date and don't reflect the situation with the current principal. The current principal is fantastic, I'm constantly blown away by her knowlege and caring. The academics are outanding, the teachers are caring and fun, and the arts experience really gives the kids amazing confidence. When I visited the school for the first time, I was amazed to see how many of the kids would approach to find out if I needed help finding something, and looked me in the eye. My son started 6th grade there last year and has loved every minute.
Posted: April 4, 2013
AAA = Best Principal, Best Teachers, Best Students; hands down best school experince one could have!
Posted: June 10, 2012
This school is a big who's who popularity contest. It's already figured out whose kids are going to be the stars. No talent needed, just an old or big name and sucking up to the right people. Politics, politics. The principal is queen of this clique.
Posted: December 18, 2011
I don't know why this school is getting a 7 out of 10 rating. This is way too low. I have experience at a lot of different schools because of being military and having 6 children and this is by far the best elementary school I have had any experience with. It's a public school with a private school feel. The Principle and staff are wonderful, the academics are great, the arts program is fabulous, I mean you would not believe how amazing the performances are! Three of my children have attended here and loved it. I couldn't speak better of any school.
Posted: November 6, 2011
My daughter and I both LOVE AAA!!!!!! She did well at her previous school but has really grown since she started at AAA last year!!!! Children here have so many opportunites beyond what is offered in other public schools. The faculty and parent involovement is above and beyond anything I have ever seen!
Posted: October 6, 2011
This school has the best, most caring environment for students. The teachers and staff care about the students and actually take the time to get to know them so that they can ensure success. The school has a new principal this year who is very dynamic, intelligent, creative, and focused on what is best for the students. The parents are very active and supportive of the school. The magnet programs in the arts cannot be beat. The school celebrates diversity and the kids feel accepted and loved while they are at school.
Posted: January 19, 2011
Like another reviewer wrote, this school is about who's who within it's ranks. You have a principal who really just smiles and nods and doesn't make a move unless the select few feel that his actions are acceptable. This school has much potential, but when people are allowed to run it to their liking with nobody controlling their actions, a gluttonous, self-serving, arrogance overwhelms the enviroment and they forget to treat everyone fairly and politely and only serve the uppercrust that fits their needs. Again, they have excellent programs and plans, but without fair, logical leadership, only a few prosper and thrive.
Posted: November 8, 2010
This school is all about "old politics". Your child's position and roles are not based on their talents or abilities, it is dependant upon what your last name is, who you are and who you smooze with. You can lack talent and have the starring role of a huge production all based on who you know around there. Yes, there is alot of talent there and they offer wonderful programs, but it's old politics.
Posted: October 21, 2010
This magnet school has excellent leadership and exceptional teachers. They are caring and dedicated to every child. The arts teachers (art, music, vocal, dance, drama, and strings) extremely gifted and giving. Every school should be so wonderful.
Posted: October 16, 2010
I think that at one time the school was great, now it is a showcase for the administration and teachers to get their friends and relatives into the school, it is controlled by select memebers of the staff. A majority of the children that attend are friends or relatives of a staff members. It is a well known fact, but rarely mentioned in for fear that your child will be kicked out of the school.
Posted: August 5, 2009
Posted: March 18, 2009
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
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| 1 | Arch Street Apts | Apartment Complex | Madison | AL | 5.5 mi | |
| 2 | Park Meadow | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Madison | AL | 7.6 mi | |
| 3 | Burgreen Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Madison | AL | 9.6 mi | |
| 4 | Hampton Cove | Area of Town | Owens Cross Roads | AL | 13.4 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | Huntsville | Huntsville | AL | 3.4 mi | |
| 2 | Madison | Madison | AL | 7.9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
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| Redstone Arsenal | 4.9 mi. |
