John L Leflore Magnet School in Mobile, AL ranked #1246 in the state in 2023, showing a decline from #158 in 2010 and consistently ranking in the bottom 50% over recent years among Alabama public high schools.
Math proficiency remained very low at 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 6–9%, lower than the state average of approximately 47%, and science proficiency was 10–14%, also lower than the state average of approximately 38%.
Enrollment declined from 1,705 students in 1999 to 564 in 2023, with minority enrollment predominantly Black students (97%) and approximately 80% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating ongoing socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 9–12 with 564 students and maintained a low student–teacher ratio of 13:1 in 2023, ranking in the top 10% statewide for student attention despite declining enrollment and academic performance.
Graduation rates ranged from 80–84% in recent years, which was below the state average of about 88%, placing the school in the bottom 50% for graduation outcomes among Alabama high schools.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John L Leflore Preparatory Academy serves the southeast part of Mobile, AL, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
John L Leflore Magnet School's student population of 582 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
John L Leflore Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John L Leflore Magnet School is 0.06, 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
#1246 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
97%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange, Kelly green
School Mascot
Rattlesnake
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John L Leflore Magnet School's ranking?
John L Leflore Magnet School is ranked #1246 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are John L Leflore Magnet School often compared to?
John L Leflore Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy High School, Baker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of John L Leflore Magnet School?
The graduation rate of John L Leflore Magnet School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend John L Leflore Magnet School?
582 students attend John L Leflore Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of John L Leflore Magnet School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John L Leflore Magnet School?
John L Leflore Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does John L Leflore Magnet School offer ?
John L Leflore Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John L Leflore Magnet School part of?
John L Leflore Magnet School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is John L Leflore Magnet School located?
John L Leflore Magnet School is located in the Gorgas neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Gorgas.
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