Mary W Burroughs Elementary School in Theodore, AL, ranked #787 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #899 the previous year but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 20–24%, lower than the state average of about 30% in recent years, while reading proficiency was 30–34%, also lower than the state average of approximately 47%.
Minority enrollment was 85% with a high percentage (over 80%) of students eligible for free lunch, indicating sustained socioeconomic challenges over recent years.
The school served grades Pre–K through 5 with an enrollment of 409 students and a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 in 2023.
Science proficiency ranged from 30–39%, which was higher than the state average near 38%, showing relatively better performance in this subject area.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary W Burroughs Elementary School serves the southern part of Theodore, AL, covering an area of approximately 37.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School's student population of 404 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary W Burroughs Elementary 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 Mary W Burroughs Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#787 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger-Tastic!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary W Burroughs Elementary School's ranking?
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School is ranked #787 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mary W Burroughs Elementary School often compared to?
Mary W Burroughs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nan Gray Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mary W Burroughs Elementary School?
404 students attend Mary W Burroughs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mary W Burroughs Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary W Burroughs Elementary School?
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary W Burroughs Elementary School offer ?
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary W Burroughs Elementary School part of?
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary W Burroughs Elementary School located?
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School is located in the Muddy Creek neighborhood of Theodore, AL.
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