Maryvale Elementary School, a Mobile County public school serving grades Pre–K through 5, ranked #1122 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #1037 in 2021 and remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 11%, reading proficiency 20%, and science proficiency ranged from 6% to 9%, all lower than the Alabama state averages of 30% in math, 47% in reading, and approximately 38% in science.
Enrollment declined from 494 students in 2023 to 451 currently, while the student–teacher ratio remained steady at 19:1; 98% of students were minorities, with Black students comprising the majority at 406.
The school had a high rate of socioeconomic need, with 418 of 451 students eligible for free lunch, placing it in the top 5% statewide for free lunch eligibility.
Maryvale Elementary's graduation rate was 87% in 2023, slightly below the state average of 88%, and trends indicate persistently low academic proficiency despite ongoing efforts.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maryvale Elementary School serves the southeast part of Mobile, AL, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the zone's edge, reaching up to 1.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maryvale Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maryvale 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 Maryvale Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1122 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
88%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)46.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-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 Maryvale Elementary School's ranking?
Maryvale Elementary School is ranked #1122 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Maryvale Elementary School?
475 students attend Maryvale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Maryvale Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maryvale Elementary School?
Maryvale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maryvale Elementary School offer ?
Maryvale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maryvale Elementary School part of?
Maryvale Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Maryvale Elementary School located?
Maryvale Elementary School is located in the Maryvale neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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