Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J E Turner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: J E Turner Elementary serves the northwest part of Wilmer, AL, covering an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J E Turner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J E Turner Elementary School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
J E Turner Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J E Turner Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J E Turner Elementary School's ranking?
J E Turner Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are J E Turner Elementary School often compared to?
J E Turner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Semmes Elementary School, Indian Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend J E Turner Elementary School?
529 students attend J E Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of J E Turner Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J E Turner Elementary School?
J E Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does J E Turner Elementary School offer ?
J E Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J E Turner Elementary School part of?
J E Turner Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Turner is one of the finest schools I have seen or in which I have worked. I am currently there as an interim counselor and have found Turner to be a place where all students and parents find acceptance and feel valued. Students are not always without problems at Turner, but the problems are not avoided. The faculty/staff stand ready to deal with the issues as presented. Kindness is always used in dealing with the entire school environment.
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