Olive J Dodge Elementary School in Mobile, an active Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–5, ranked #795 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #417 in 2010, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 17% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 39%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged 25–29%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable near 889 students with a minority enrollment of 76%, reflecting consistent demographic diversity, while free lunch eligibility increased from 26% in 1999 to 59% in 2023, indicating socioeconomic shifts.
The student–teacher ratio was 19:1 with 46 teachers in 2023, supporting a sizable enrollment for this Mobile, Alabama elementary school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olive J Dodge Elementary School serves the southern part of Mobile, AL, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olive J Dodge Elementary School's student population of 862 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
862 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Olive J Dodge 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 Olive J Dodge Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#795 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
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)26.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Olive J Dodge Elementary School's ranking?
Olive J Dodge Elementary School is ranked #795 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Olive J Dodge Elementary School often compared to?
Olive J Dodge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kate Shepard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Olive J Dodge Elementary School?
862 students attend Olive J Dodge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Olive J Dodge Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 10% 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 Olive J Dodge Elementary School?
Olive J Dodge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olive J Dodge Elementary School offer ?
Olive J Dodge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olive J Dodge Elementary School part of?
Olive J Dodge Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Olive J Dodge Elementary School located?
Olive J Dodge Elementary School is located in the Terrace Hills neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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