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#190 of 206 private schools in AL

Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc.

Elementary School

821 S WILSON AVE, Prichard, AL 36610

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on AL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama elementary schools

#60 of 65

About Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc.

Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. serves prekindergarten through fifth grade students in Prichard, Alabama, with an intimate enrollment of just 32 students. This small elementary school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1 with three full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for highly personalized attention and instruction. The school has earned impressive recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #83 out of 206 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 60th percentile among Alabama schools.

This strong performance is particularly noteworthy given the school's modest size and community context. Located on South Wilson Avenue, the school serves a community where the median household income is $27,464 and many families face economic challenges, with a poverty rate of 37.8%. Educational attainment in the surrounding area is limited, with only 8% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Despite these socioeconomic factors, Dixons Total Touch has established itself as a high-performing institution that effectively supports its students' educational development. The school operates within a large suburban setting in Mobile County, providing students with both community connection and access to broader regional resources.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 32 students, Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$26,199
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$33,668
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.29x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
100%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$239,032

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 32 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. compares to the 4 public schools in Prichard, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
17.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
346
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.7
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. Prichard Public Avg

All Schools in Prichard

School Rating
Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. (this school) 4.7
Grant Elementary School 5.7
Whitley Elementary School 8.0
CF Vigor High School 5.5
WD Robbins Elementary School 6.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

821 S WILSON AVE, Prichard, AL 36610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitley Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holloway Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Pathway (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prichard, see our Prichard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Just 4 Development Laboratory Mobile 0.6 mi 7.6
John L Leflore Magnet School Mobile 0.7 mi 5.0
Grant Elementary School Prichard 0.8 mi 5.7
Whitley Elementary School Prichard 1.0 mi 8.0
SAFE HAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prichard 1.3 mi
SAFE HAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prichard 1.3 mi
CF Vigor High School Prichard 1.3 mi 5.5
Holloway Elementary Mobile 1.3 mi 7.8
Booker T Washington Middle School Mobile 1.5 mi 5.3
Continuous Learning Center Mobile 1.5 mi 5.3
WD Robbins Elementary School Prichard 1.7 mi 6.2
Mobile County Training Middle School Mobile 1.9 mi 6.0
ChastangFournier Middle School Mobile 2.0 mi 7.2
Chickasaw City High School Chickasaw 2.3 mi 7.0
Chickasaw Middle School Chickasaw 2.3 mi 6.5
Alabama Destinations Career Academy Chickasaw 2.3 mi 6.3
The Pathway Mobile 2.1 mi 7.7
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile 2.4 mi 7.0
MCGILL-TOOLEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mobile 2.5 mi 5.3
Florence Howard Elementary School Mobile 2.4 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$27,098

Median Home Value

$56,400

Median Rent

$675/mo

Population

9,692

College Educated

8.8%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

36.7%

Median Age

40.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. has a median household income of $27,098. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $56,400, with a median rent of $675/month. The area has a poverty rate of 36.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc.

What grades does Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. serve?

Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc.?

Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. rank in AL?

Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. is ranked #190 out of 206 private schools in AL.

What is Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. has a composite rating of 4.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. a private school?

Yes, Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. a religious school?

Dixons Total Touch Child Development Center, Inc. has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,822/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Prichard). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
MOBILE
Data Year
2022–2023

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