Needs Improvement
#1295 of 1,356 schools in AL
Booker T Washington Middle School
Middle School · Mobile County
1961 Andrews St, Mobile, AL 36617
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,295 of 1,356
In Mobile
#48 of 56
public schools
In district
#75 of 87
Mobile County
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Booker T Washington Middle School
Middle School in Mobile · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Booker T Washington Middle School
Booker T Washington Middle School is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Booker T Washington Middle School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T Washington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,295 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T Washington Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- AL avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
74% of students at Booker T Washington Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Booker T Washington Middle School — Students at Booker T Washington Middle School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Booker T Washington Middle School Compares
See how Booker T Washington Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1961 Andrews St, Mobile, AL 36617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T Washington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dunbar Creative Performing Arts (rated 5.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Calloway Smith Middle School (rated 2.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Continuous Learning Center Mobile | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| John L Leflore Magnet School Mobile | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Just 4 Development Laboratory Mobile | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Holloway Elementary Mobile | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MCGILL-TOOLEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mobile | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Murphy High School Mobile | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| DIXONS TOTAL TOUCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Prichard | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| UMS-WRIGHT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mobile | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| AZALEA CITY MONTESSORI Mobile | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Florence Howard Elementary School Mobile | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Leinkauf Elementary School Mobile | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Grant Elementary School Prichard | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER KINGDOM ACADEMY Mobile | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MOST PURE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Lillie B Williamson High School Mobile | 2.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Calloway Smith Middle School Mobile | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Whitley Elementary School Prichard | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Dunbar Creative Performing Arts Mobile | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,922
Median Home Value
$75,800
Median Rent
$1,061/mo
Population
11,952
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
47
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Danville Middle School Danville, AL | 3.4 |
| Jemison Middle School Jemison, AL | 3.4 |
| Robert Brown Middle School Eutaw, AL | 3.4 |
| Rutledge School Midfield, AL | 3.8 |
| Tuskegee Public Elementary Tuskegee, AL | 3.0 |
| Calloway Smith Middle School Mobile, AL | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T Washington Middle School
What grades does Booker T Washington Middle School serve?
Booker T Washington Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Booker T Washington Middle School?
Booker T Washington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington Middle School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T Washington Middle School rank in AL?
Booker T Washington Middle School ranks #1,295 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Booker T Washington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T Washington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Booker T Washington Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T Washington Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Booker T Washington Middle School a charter school?
No, Booker T Washington Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T Washington Middle School a Title I school?
No, Booker T Washington Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T Washington Middle School?
95.1% of students at Booker T Washington 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
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.4%
- Phone
- (251) 221-2361
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #75 of 87
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