Just 4 Development Laboratory serves 321 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Just 4 Development Laboratory's student population of 321 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Just 4 Development Laboratory is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
93%
32%
White
1%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Just 4 Development Laboratory often compared to?
Just 4 Development Laboratoryis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School, Kate Shepard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Just 4 Development Laboratory?
321 students attend Just 4 Development Laboratory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Just 4 Development Laboratory students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Just 4 Development Laboratory?
Just 4 Development Laboratory has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Just 4 Development Laboratory offer ?
Just 4 Development Laboratory offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Just 4 Development Laboratory part of?
Just 4 Development Laboratory is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Just 4 Development Laboratory located?
Just 4 Development Laboratory is located in the Gorgas neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Gorgas.
School Reviews
5 10/27/2023
Just 4 Developmental Laboratory offers a high-quality, evidence-based curriculum. We also implement intentional, age-appropriate instruction that is aligned with both federal and state standards. Our comprehensive curriculum integrates instruction across developmental domains and early learning disciplines.
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