Below Average
#822 of 1,331 schools in AL
Clarkshaw Magnet School
Middle School · Mobile County
5960 Arlberg Street, Mobile, AL 36608
About Clarkshaw Magnet School
Clarkshaw Magnet School is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of the Mobile County. The school serves approximately 544 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.9/10, placing it in the 38.3th percentile among AL schools — an average rating overall.
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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Clarkshaw Magnet School — Students at Clarkshaw Magnet School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores
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Location
5960 Arlberg Street, Mobile, AL 36608
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Will Elementary School Mobile | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Orchard Elementary School Mobile | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Augusta Evans School Mobile | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| AL-IMAN ACADEMY OF MOBILE Mobile | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School Mobile | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ER Dickson Elementary School Mobile | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| CL Scarborough Model Middle School Mobile | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| J B SHELTON ACADEMY INC Mobile | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mary B Austin Elementary School Mobile | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Indian Springs Elementary School Eight Mile | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST LUKE'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Mobile | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Mattie T Blount High School Eight Mile | 4.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Acceleration Day and Evening Academy MOBILE | 4.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Acceleration Preparatory Academy MOBILE | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Mobile | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Denton Magnet School of Technology Mobile | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
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
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|---|---|
| Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet Montgomery, AL | 4.9 |
| Collins Intermediate School Scottsboro, AL | 4.9 |
| Dunbar Creative Performing Arts Mobile, AL | 4.9 |
| Guntersville Middle School Guntersville, AL | 4.9 |
| Northport Intermediate School Northport, AL | 4.9 |
| Prattville Intermediate School Prattville, AL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clarkshaw Magnet School
What grades does Clarkshaw Magnet School serve?
Clarkshaw Magnet School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Clarkshaw Magnet School?
Clarkshaw Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarkshaw Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clarkshaw Magnet School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clarkshaw Magnet School rank in AL?
Clarkshaw Magnet School is ranked #822 out of 1,331 schools in AL.
What is Clarkshaw Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clarkshaw Magnet School has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Clarkshaw Magnet School a charter school?
No, Clarkshaw Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clarkshaw Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Clarkshaw Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clarkshaw Magnet School?
52.4% of students at Clarkshaw Magnet School 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Phone
- (251) 221-2106
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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