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#41 of 1,331 schools in AL

Top 3% in state

Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies

Middle School · Mobile County

504 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602

272
Students
14.3:1
Student-Teacher
6th – 9th
Grades Served
Top 3%
in AL

About Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies

Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of the Mobile County. The school serves approximately 272 students in grades 6th – 9th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 97th percentile among AL schools — an above average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $35,000, where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize city setting.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

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Academics8.3Excellent58%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)63%
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional42%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1

Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies — Students at Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies Compares

See how Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
97th percentile in AL
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

Location

504 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Dunbar Creative Performing Arts Mobile 0.4 mi 4.9
Calloway Smith Middle School Mobile 0.6 mi 5.8
MOST PURE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile 0.6 mi 5.1
LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER KINGDOM ACADEMY Mobile 0.7 mi 5.1
Florence Howard Elementary School Mobile 0.9 mi 4.6
W H Council Traditional School Mobile 1.1 mi 5.3
AZALEA CITY MONTESSORI Mobile 1.0 mi 5.1
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile 1.4 mi 5.1
Leinkauf Elementary School Mobile 1.5 mi 5.1
MCGILL-TOOLEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mobile 1.5 mi 5.1
Erwin Craighead Elementary School Mobile 1.9 mi 5.8
Lillie B Williamson High School Mobile 2.1 mi 5.2
Continuous Learning Center Mobile 2.2 mi 3.4
George Hall Elementary School Mobile 2.3 mi 4.4
Murphy High School Mobile 2.3 mi 3.4
Booker T Washington Middle School Mobile 2.4 mi 4.4
REVELATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile 2.7 mi 5.1
Just 4 Development Laboratory Mobile 2.8 mi 6.2
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile 2.7 mi 5.1
John L Leflore Magnet School Mobile 2.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,000

Median Home Value

$258,300

Median Rent

$596/mo

Population

897

College Educated

44.6%

Homeownership

21.3%

Poverty Rate

29.5%

Median Age

61.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Piedmont Middle School Piedmont, AL 8.6
Elberta Middle School Elberta, AL 8.8
Haleyville Middle School Haleyville, AL 7.7
Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School Huntsville, AL 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies

What grades does Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies serve?

Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies serves students in grades 6th through 9th.

How many students attend Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies?

Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies?

The student-teacher ratio at Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies rank in AL?

Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies is ranked #41 out of 1,331 schools in AL.

What is Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies's MySchoolScout rating?

Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies a charter school?

No, Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies a Title I school?

No, Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies?

29.0% of students at Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies 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 – 9th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
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