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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

330
Students
20.6:1
Student-Teacher
6th – 8th
Grades Served
Top 30%
in AL

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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.0Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74%
Overall Proficiency56%
Expected (poverty-adj.)15%
vs. Expected+41.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment1.7Significantly Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.6:1

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%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/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.

Overall Score
6.6/10
70th percentile in AL
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
7.6/10
Above average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
1.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Location

3800 Pleasant Valley, Mobile, AL 36608

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WP Davidson High School Mobile 0.1 mi 4.9
Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School Mobile 0.7 mi 4.9
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Mobile 0.8 mi 5.1
Acceleration Day and Evening Academy MOBILE 0.9 mi 4.5
Acceleration Preparatory Academy MOBILE 0.9 mi 5.5
COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, LOWER Mobile 1.0 mi 5.1
ST LUKE'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Mobile 1.1 mi 5.1
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile 1.5 mi 5.1
Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile 1.5 mi 4.9
HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind Mobile 1.5 mi 6.8
ER Dickson Elementary School Mobile 1.8 mi 3.8
GOVERNMENT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile 1.8 mi 5.1
Olive J Dodge Elementary School Mobile 2.0 mi 4.8
KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile 1.8 mi 5.1
SpencerWestlawn Elementary School Mobile 2.2 mi 4.7
MOBILE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile 2.2 mi 5.1
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Mobile 2.4 mi 5.1
AL-IMAN ACADEMY OF MOBILE Mobile 2.6 mi 5.1
Mary B Austin Elementary School Mobile 2.8 mi 6.4
EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile 2.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood 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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details