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#318 of 1,331 schools in AL
Top 24% in state
Old Shell Road Magnet School
Elementary School · Mobile County
3160 Heather St, Mobile, AL 36607
About Old Shell Road Magnet School
Old Shell Road Magnet School is a public elementary school in Mobile, AL, part of the Mobile County. The school serves approximately 369 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9/10, placing it in the 76.2th percentile among AL schools — an average rating overall.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $40,681, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
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Old Shell Road Magnet School — Students at Old Shell Road Magnet School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
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68.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Old Shell Road Magnet School Compares
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Location
3160 Heather St, Mobile, AL 36607
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phillips Preparatory Middle School Mobile | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SpencerWestlawn Elementary School Mobile | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| UMS-WRIGHT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mobile | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Mary B Austin Elementary School Mobile | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Mobile | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Holloway Elementary Mobile | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Acceleration Day and Evening Academy MOBILE | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Acceleration Preparatory Academy MOBILE | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Murphy High School Mobile | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Mobile | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School Mobile | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Booker T Washington Middle School Mobile | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| The Pathway Mobile | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Continuous Learning Center Mobile | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| John L Leflore Magnet School Mobile | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ChastangFournier Middle School Mobile | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CL Scarborough Model Middle School Mobile | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,681
Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$999/mo
Population
5,529
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
49.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carbon Hill ElementaryJunior High School Carbon Hill, AL | 6.9 |
| Charles A Brown Elementary School Birmingham, AL | 6.9 |
| Cleburne County Elementary School Heflin, AL | 6.9 |
| Elkmont Elementary School Elkmont, AL | 6.9 |
| Greenville Elementary School Greenville, AL | 6.9 |
| Harlan Elementary School Florence, AL | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Shell Road Magnet School
What grades does Old Shell Road Magnet School serve?
Old Shell Road Magnet School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Old Shell Road Magnet School?
Old Shell Road Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Shell Road Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Shell Road Magnet School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Shell Road Magnet School rank in AL?
Old Shell Road Magnet School is ranked #318 out of 1,331 schools in AL.
What is Old Shell Road Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Shell Road Magnet School has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Old Shell Road Magnet School a charter school?
No, Old Shell Road Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old Shell Road Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Old Shell Road Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Shell Road Magnet School?
68.6% of students at Old Shell Road 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Phone
- (251) 221-1557
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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