Acceleration Preparatory Academy serves 327 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acceleration Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Acceleration Preparatory Academy's student population of 327 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Acceleration Preparatory Academy is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
90%
32%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Acceleration Preparatory Academy?
327 students attend Acceleration Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Acceleration Preparatory Academy students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Acceleration Preparatory Academy offer ?
Acceleration Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Acceleration Preparatory Academy part of?
Acceleration Preparatory Academy is part of Maef Public Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Acceleration Preparatory Academy located?
Acceleration Preparatory Academy is located in the Bolton neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Bolton.
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