Best Schools in Mobile, AL — 2026 Rankings
We ranked all 56 schools in Mobile, Alabama for 2026. The top school scored 8.7/10 across academics, growth, equity, and environment.
Schools in Mobile, Alabama score right around the state average on our composite index. Across 56 schools, we found clear standouts — here are the top performers based on the latest available data.
Mobile at a Glance
- Total Schools: 56
- Total Students: 31,230
- City Average Score: 4.9/10
- Top School Score: 8.7/10
- Average Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.4:1
- School Types: 31 Elementary, 13 Middle, 9 High, 2 K-12 / Other
- Charter Schools: 2
Top 10 Schools in Mobile
| Rank | School | Level | Score | Enrollment | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phillips Preparatory Middle School | Middle | 8.7 | 438 | 12.5:1 |
| 2 | Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies | Middle | 8.7 | 272 | 14.3:1 |
| 3 | Old Shell Road Magnet School | Elementary | 8.1 | 369 | 17.6:1 |
| 4 | W H Council Traditional School | Elementary | 7.8 | 590 | 18.4:1 |
| 5 | EicholdMertz School of Math and Science | Elementary | 7.8 | 511 | 18.9:1 |
| 6 | ClarkShaw Magnet School | Middle | 7.7 | 544 | 17.5:1 |
| 7 | Dawes Intermediate School | Elementary | 7.2 | 540 | 21.6:1 |
| 8 | Elsie Collier Elementary School | Elementary | 7.1 | 764 | 18.6:1 |
| 9 | Just 4 Development Laboratory | School | 7.1 | 166 | 15.1:1 |
| 10 | Denton Magnet School of Technology | Middle | 6.9 | 330 | 20.6:1 |
About Phillips Preparatory Middle School
Phillips Preparatory Middle School leads our Mobile rankings with a composite score of 8.7 out of 10. The school stands out for strong academics (9.4/10) and a supportive school environment (9.8/10). As a middle school serving 438 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1, it offers a competitive learning environment.
Score Breakdown: How Mobile’s Top Schools Compare
The gap between the top-ranked and third-ranked school in Mobile is moderate (0.6 points), suggesting a clear tier of top performers. Our composite score weighs four factors: academic performance (test scores), student growth over time, equity (how well the school serves all student groups), and environment (class size, teacher ratios, and resources).
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