Summary:
The 36608 zip code of Mobile, Alabama is home to 11 diverse schools, including 5 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. This area showcases a mix of high-performing and struggling institutions, reflecting the complex educational landscape of the region.
The standout schools in this area are ClarkShaw Magnet School and Denton Magnet School of Technology, both middle schools that consistently rank among the top in the state. These magnet schools demonstrate exceptional academic performance, with proficiency rates as high as 90% in English and over 50% in mathematics. In contrast, schools like Acceleration Day and Evening Academy and Acceleration Preparatory Academy struggle with low proficiency levels, highlighting the disparities in educational outcomes within the 36608 zip code.
The data also reveals significant variations in student demographics, with schools serving diverse populations of White, African American, Hispanic, and Asian students. The free and reduced-price lunch rates range from 41.47% at Baker High School to 93.95% at Denton Magnet School of Technology, indicating a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionally, the spending per student varies greatly, from $8,018 at Baker High School to $35,051 at Augusta Evans School, the alternative school, raising questions about the equity of resource allocation and its potential impact on student learning.
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