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#401 of 1,331 schools in AL
Top 30% in state
Denton Magnet School of Technology
Middle School · Mobile County
3800 Pleasant Valley, Mobile, AL 36608
About Denton Magnet School of Technology
Denton Magnet School of Technology is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of the Mobile County. The school serves approximately 330 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.6/10, placing it in the 69.9th percentile among AL schools — an average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,372, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
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Denton Magnet School of Technology — Students at Denton Magnet School of Technology score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Denton Magnet School of Technology Compares
See how Denton Magnet School of Technology performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3800 Pleasant Valley, Mobile, AL 36608
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,372
Median Home Value
$234,400
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
37,599
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
33.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Phillips Preparatory Middle School Mobile, AL | 6.6 |
| Brewton Middle School Brewton, AL | 6.5 |
| Hamilton Middle School Hamilton, AL | 6.5 |
| Mountain Gap Middle School Huntsville, AL | 6.5 |
| Demopolis Middle School Demopolis, AL | 6.4 |
| Pike Road Jr High School Pike Road, AL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denton Magnet School of Technology
What grades does Denton Magnet School of Technology serve?
Denton Magnet School of Technology serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Denton Magnet School of Technology?
Denton Magnet School of Technology has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denton Magnet School of Technology?
The student-teacher ratio at Denton Magnet School of Technology is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Denton Magnet School of Technology rank in AL?
Denton Magnet School of Technology is ranked #401 out of 1,331 schools in AL.
What is Denton Magnet School of Technology's MySchoolScout rating?
Denton Magnet School of Technology has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Denton Magnet School of Technology a charter school?
No, Denton Magnet School of Technology is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denton Magnet School of Technology a Title I school?
No, Denton Magnet School of Technology is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denton Magnet School of Technology?
94.2% of students at Denton Magnet School of Technology qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Phone
- (251) 221-2148
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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