Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hollingers Island Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollingers Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hollingers Island Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hollingers Island Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollingers Island Elementary School is 0.34, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#503 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
6%
32%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollingers Island Elementary School's ranking?
Hollingers Island Elementary School is ranked #503 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Hollingers Island Elementary School?
312 students attend Hollingers Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hollingers Island Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollingers Island Elementary School?
Hollingers Island Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Hollingers Island Elementary School offer ?
Hollingers Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hollingers Island Elementary School part of?
Hollingers Island Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hollingers Island Elementary School located?
Hollingers Island Elementary School is located in the Bayside neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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