Summary
Rockwell Elementary School in Spanish Fort, AL, is a mid-sized PK-6 school serving 682 students within the Baldwin County district, and it has built a strong reputation for academic excellence in this growing, family-friendly community near the Mobile Bay area.
Rockwell consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Alabama, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for over a decade. In the most recent school year, it ranked 59th out of 686 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 91st percentile. The school's standout strength is English Language Arts, where proficiency rates range from 81% to 93% across grade levels—dramatically outpacing state averages by as much as 35 percentage points. Math performance is also strong, particularly in 6th grade, where 72% of students are proficient compared to just 35% statewide. Perhaps most impressive is the school's remarkably low chronic absenteeism rate of just 4.7%, far below the district (11.2%) and state (12.0%) averages, indicating highly engaged students and families. Rockwell also excels at supporting students from all backgrounds, ranking in the 94th percentile statewide for serving students from low socio-economic backgrounds.
When compared to nearby Spanish Fort Elementary School, just 3.38 miles away, Rockwell consistently outperforms its neighbor in most academic metrics—for example, 6th-grade ELA proficiency is 92.63% at Rockwell versus 87.5% at Spanish Fort. Rockwell also achieves these results efficiently, spending $8,588 per student, which is significantly less than schools like Stapleton School ($13,754) or Rosinton School ($12,260), both of which have lower academic rankings. While 4th-grade math is a relative area for growth (55% proficiency), it still exceeds district and state averages. Overall, Rockwell Elementary offers an exceptional, well-rounded education with strong academics, high attendance, and efficient resource use—making it a top choice for families in the Spanish Fort area.
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