Needs Improvement
#1337 of 1,356 schools in AL
Calloway Smith Middle School
Middle School · Mobile County
350 N Lawrence St, Mobile, AL 36603
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,337 of 1,356
In Mobile
#53 of 56
public schools
In district
#83 of 87
Mobile County
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About Calloway Smith Middle School
Calloway Smith Middle School is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Calloway Smith Middle School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Calloway Smith Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,337 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Calloway Smith Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- AL avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Calloway Smith 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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Calloway Smith Middle School — Students at Calloway Smith Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
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: 1.7/10.
How Calloway Smith Middle School Compares
See how Calloway Smith Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
350 N Lawrence St, Mobile, AL 36603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calloway Smith Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunbar Creative Performing Arts (rated 5.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mobile County Training Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,083
Median Home Value
$107,400
Median Rent
$704/mo
Population
7,805
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
32.8%
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Huffman Middle School Birmingham, AL | 2.6 |
| Tuskegee Public Elementary Tuskegee, AL | 3.0 |
| C J Donald Middle School Fairfield, AL | 2.4 |
| Huntsville Junior High School Huntsville, AL | 3.2 |
| Wilkerson Middle School Birmingham, AL | 2.2 |
| Booker T Washington Middle School Mobile, AL | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calloway Smith Middle School
What grades does Calloway Smith Middle School serve?
Calloway Smith Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Calloway Smith Middle School?
Calloway Smith Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calloway Smith Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Calloway Smith Middle School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calloway Smith Middle School rank in AL?
Calloway Smith Middle School ranks #1,337 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Calloway Smith Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Calloway Smith Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Calloway Smith Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calloway Smith Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Calloway Smith Middle School a charter school?
No, Calloway Smith Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calloway Smith Middle School a Title I school?
No, Calloway Smith Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calloway Smith Middle School?
95.6% of students at Calloway Smith 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
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.4%
- Phone
- (251) 221-2042
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #83 of 87
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