Below Average
#1188 of 1,356 schools in AL
Mobile County Training Middle School
Middle School · Mobile County
800 Whitley St, Mobile, AL 36610
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,188 of 1,356
In Mobile
#42 of 56
public schools
In district
#63 of 87
Mobile County
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Mobile County Training Middle School
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About Mobile County Training Middle School
Mobile County Training Middle School is a public middle school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Mobile County Training Middle School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mobile County Training Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,188 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Mobile County Training Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- AL avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mobile County Training Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
65% of students at Mobile County Training 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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Mobile County Training Middle School — Students at Mobile County Training Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
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: 6.0/10.
How Mobile County Training Middle School Compares
See how Mobile County Training Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 Whitley St, Mobile, AL 36610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mobile County Training Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chickasaw Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Chickasaw), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunbar Creative Performing Arts (rated 5.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Booker T Washington Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hokes Bluff Middle School Hokes Bluff, AL | 4.2 |
| Lanett Junior High School Lanett, AL | 4.4 |
| Childersburg Middle School Childersburg, AL | 4.0 |
| Stevenson Middle School Stevenson, AL | 4.7 |
| William R Martin Middle School Valley Grande, AL | 4.7 |
| Wilson Hall Middle School Grove Hill, AL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mobile County Training Middle School
What grades does Mobile County Training Middle School serve?
Mobile County Training Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mobile County Training Middle School?
Mobile County Training Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mobile County Training Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mobile County Training Middle School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mobile County Training Middle School rank in AL?
Mobile County Training Middle School ranks #1,188 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Mobile County Training Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mobile County Training Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Mobile County Training Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mobile County Training Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mobile County Training Middle School a charter school?
No, Mobile County Training Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mobile County Training Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mobile County Training Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mobile County Training Middle School?
97.2% of students at Mobile County Training 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
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.9%
- Phone
- (251) 221-2267
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #63 of 87
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