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#402 of 1,331 schools in AL
Top 30% in state
Phillips Preparatory Middle School
Middle School · Mobile County
3255 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL 36607
About Phillips Preparatory Middle School
Phillips Preparatory Middle School is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of the Mobile County. The school serves approximately 438 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. 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 school environment (9.8/10). 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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Phillips Preparatory Middle School — Students at Phillips Preparatory Middle School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores
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How Phillips Preparatory Middle School Compares
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Location
3255 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL 36607
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Shell Road Magnet School Mobile | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Mary B Austin Elementary School Mobile | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| UMS-WRIGHT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mobile | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SpencerWestlawn Elementary School Mobile | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Mobile | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Holloway Elementary Mobile | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Acceleration Day and Evening Academy MOBILE | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Acceleration Preparatory Academy MOBILE | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School Mobile | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| The Pathway Mobile | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Booker T Washington Middle School Mobile | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Murphy High School Mobile | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| ChastangFournier Middle School Mobile | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CL Scarborough Model Middle School Mobile | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Mobile | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| John L Leflore Magnet School Mobile | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Continuous Learning Center Mobile | 2.3 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 |
|---|---|
| Denton Magnet School of Technology Mobile, AL | 6.6 |
| Gulf Shores Middle School Gulf Shores, AL | 6.6 |
| Brewton Middle School Brewton, AL | 6.5 |
| Hamilton Middle School Hamilton, AL | 6.5 |
| Hartselle Intermediate School Hartselle, AL | 6.5 |
| Mountain Gap Middle School Huntsville, AL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phillips Preparatory Middle School
What grades does Phillips Preparatory Middle School serve?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Phillips Preparatory Middle School?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillips Preparatory Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Phillips Preparatory Middle School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phillips Preparatory Middle School rank in AL?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School is ranked #402 out of 1,331 schools in AL.
What is Phillips Preparatory Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School 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 Phillips Preparatory Middle School a charter school?
No, Phillips Preparatory Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phillips Preparatory Middle School a Title I school?
No, Phillips Preparatory Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phillips Preparatory Middle School?
47.7% of students at Phillips Preparatory Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Phone
- (251) 221-2286
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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