Summary:
Zip code 36610 is home to just one middle school, Mobile County Training Middle School, which serves grades 6 through 8 and enrolls 193 students in the Mobile County district.
For parents considering this school, the most important takeaway is a stark contrast between student engagement and academic results. On the positive side, the school has an exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of just 4.3%, compared to 12.8% for the district and 12.0% for the state, meaning students are consistently showing up to class. The student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 is also favorable, suggesting smaller class sizes than the typical 15:1. However, academic proficiency tells a very different story. Mathematics proficiency is in crisis, with rates below 2% in every grade level (1.85% in 6th, 1.85% in 7th, and 1.43% in 8th grade). English Language Arts performance is comparatively stronger, ranging from 23.19% to 32.08% proficiency, and 8th-grade Science shows a relative bright spot at 31.43% proficiency, though this is still well below the district average of 51.52%.
The school's state ranking reflects these struggles, placing it in the bottom 10% of Alabama middle schools at the 6th percentile (415th out of 443 schools). With 94.3% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, the school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population. Per-student spending of $16,619 is substantial, yet the combination of high funding, low absenteeism, and small class sizes has not translated into academic success, particularly in math. The relative strength in Science and English suggests instructional capacity exists but may not be effectively applied across all subjects. Parents should be aware that while the school demonstrates strong attendance and engagement, the severe mathematics deficiencies require immediate attention and would likely be a primary concern when evaluating educational options in this area.
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