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Hollingers Island Elementary School

Elementary School · Mobile County

2400 Hammock Rd, Mobile, AL 36605

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#868 of 1,356

In Mobile

#19 of 56

public schools

In district

#32 of 87

Mobile County

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Hollingers Island Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Mobile · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hollingers Island Elementary School

Hollingers Island Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Hollingers Island Elementary School serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollingers Island Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #868 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Hollingers Island Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.5% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,245
Chronic Absenteeism29.6%

Hollingers Island Elementary School — Students at Hollingers Island Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
86.9% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2024
ELA
72.5%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Hollingers Island Elementary School Compares

See how Hollingers Island Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in AL
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2400 Hammock Rd, Mobile, AL 36605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hollingers Island Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EicholdMertz School of Math and Science (rated 9.5/10, 8.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind (rated 7.3/10, 7.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 7.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ben C Rain High School Mobile 4.5 mi 2.7
Mary W Burroughs Elementary School Theodore 4.2 mi 5.3
Dr Robert W Gilliard Elementary Mobile 5.0 mi 5.1
Katherine H Hankins Middle School Theodore 4.9 mi 3.5
Pillans Middle School Mobile 5.8 mi 2.9
Evening Educational Options Mobile 5.8 mi 5.3
Theodore High School Theodore 5.5 mi 2.6
Morningside Elementary School Mobile 6.6 mi 4.3
Nan Gray Davis Elementary School Theodore 5.7 mi 5.5
WC Griggs Elementary School Mobile 6.0 mi 5.4
Maryvale Elementary School Mobile 7.2 mi 4.1
HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind Mobile 7.3 mi 7.3
GOVERNMENT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile 7.4 mi 8.0
Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile 7.3 mi 5.5
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile 7.4 mi 6.6
Olive J Dodge Elementary School Mobile 7.6 mi 5.2
Burns Middle School Mobile 7.3 mi 3.0
Mobile Mental Health Center Mobile 7.5 mi 4.7
EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile 8.1 mi 9.5
REVELATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile 8.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,064

Median Home Value

$97,800

Median Rent

$1,026/mo

Population

25,628

College Educated

16.7%

Homeownership

52.6%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

28.4%

Median Age

38.7

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Leighton Elementary School Leighton, AL 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hollingers Island Elementary School

What grades does Hollingers Island Elementary School serve?

Hollingers Island Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hollingers Island Elementary School?

Hollingers Island Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollingers Island Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hollingers Island Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hollingers Island Elementary School rank in AL?

Hollingers Island Elementary School ranks #868 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Hollingers Island Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hollingers Island Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Hollingers Island Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollingers Island Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Hollingers Island Elementary School a charter school?

No, Hollingers Island Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hollingers Island Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hollingers Island Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hollingers Island Elementary School?

70.8% of students at Hollingers Island Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mobile County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

District

Mobile County
District Enrollment
50,929
Schools in District
92
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,245
District Rank
#32 of 87

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