Excellent
#159 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 12% in state
Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies
Middle School · Mobile County
504 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#159 of 1,356
In Mobile
#5 of 56
public schools
In district
#6 of 87
Mobile County
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies
Middle School in Mobile · grades 6th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies
Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies show 52% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 4.8
- AL avg 5.6
Score Breakdown
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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: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
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.
Funding & Resources
Location
504 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dunbar Creative Performing Arts (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Booker T Washington Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Calloway Smith Middle School (rated 2.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dunbar Creative Performing Arts Mobile | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Calloway Smith Middle School Mobile | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| MOST PURE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER KINGDOM ACADEMY Mobile | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Florence Howard Elementary School Mobile | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| W H Council Traditional School Mobile | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| AZALEA CITY MONTESSORI Mobile | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Leinkauf Elementary School Mobile | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MCGILL-TOOLEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mobile | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Erwin Craighead Elementary School Mobile | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Lillie B Williamson High School Mobile | 2.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Continuous Learning Center Mobile | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| George Hall Elementary School Mobile | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Murphy High School Mobile | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Booker T Washington Middle School Mobile | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| REVELATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Just 4 Development Laboratory Mobile | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| John L Leflore Magnet School Mobile | 2.9 mi | 2.6 |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School Pleasant Grove, AL | 8.6 |
| Elberta Middle School Elberta, AL | 8.5 |
| Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle Tuscaloosa, AL | 8.4 |
| Oneonta Middle School Oneonta, AL | 8.3 |
| Denton Magnet School of Technology Mobile, AL | 8.2 |
| Academy For Science Foreign Language Middle School Huntsville, AL | 8.0 |
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 ranks #159 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies's MySchoolScout rating?
Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies has 52% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
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.
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.5%
- Phone
- (251) 221-1040
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #6 of 87
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