Serving 195 students in grades 6-9, Barton For Advanced World Studies ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barton For Advanced World Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Barton For Advanced World Studies's student population of 195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barton For Advanced World Studies ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barton For Advanced World Studies is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#67 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
36%
32%
White
49%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton For Advanced World Studies's ranking?
Barton For Advanced World Studies is ranked #67 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Barton For Advanced World Studies often compared to?
Barton For Advanced World Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Wp Davidson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Barton For Advanced World Studies?
195 students attend Barton For Advanced World Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Barton For Advanced World Studies students are White, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barton For Advanced World Studies?
Barton For Advanced World Studies has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Barton For Advanced World Studies offer ?
Barton For Advanced World Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Barton For Advanced World Studies part of?
Barton For Advanced World Studies is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Barton For Advanced World Studies located?
Barton For Advanced World Studies is located in the Central Business District neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Business District.
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