Hutchens Elementary School

Hutchens Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in a rural area near the town of Mobile, Alabama. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through second grade, with an enrollment of 584 students. The student-teacher ratio is 17.7:1, ensuring a relatively small class size and more individual attention for each child.

Hutchens Elementary has 33 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to the school's young learners. While the school's MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and its state ranking of 44th percentile suggest there is room for academic growth, the school community is actively focused on student development and improving educational outcomes. The area around Hutchens Elementary is generally affluent, with a median household income of $72,825 and a median home value of $222,700.

The neighborhood is also home to a population with a significant number of college-educated residents, with 33% holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Hutchens Elementary School is situated in a supportive and engaged community, which contributes positively to the educational environment and student well-being.

Located in a rural area, Hutchens Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.