Serving 799 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orourke 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 42% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: O'Rourke Elementary School serves the southern part of Mobile, AL, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing around 2.5 miles from its edges and the furthest distance being about 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orourke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orourke Elementary School's student population of 799 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
799 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Orourke 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 Orourke Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#375 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
37%
31%
White
40%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orourke Elementary School's ranking?
Orourke Elementary School is ranked #375 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Orourke Elementary School often compared to?
Orourke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hutchens Elementary School, Elsie Collier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Orourke Elementary School?
799 students attend Orourke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Orourke Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orourke Elementary School?
Orourke Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orourke Elementary School offer ?
Orourke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orourke Elementary School part of?
Orourke Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
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