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#947 of 1,356 schools in AL
Wc Griggs Elementary School
Elementary School · Mobile County
6001 Three Notch Rd, Mobile, AL 36619
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#947 of 1,356
In Mobile
#25 of 56
public schools
In district
#40 of 87
Mobile County
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Wc Griggs Elementary School
Elementary School in Mobile · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wc Griggs Elementary School
Wc Griggs Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Wc Griggs Elementary School serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wc Griggs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #947 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Wc Griggs Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Wc Griggs Elementary 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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Wc Griggs Elementary School — Students at Wc Griggs Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.8/10.
How Wc Griggs Elementary School Compares
See how Wc Griggs Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6001 Three Notch Rd, Mobile, AL 36619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wc Griggs Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind (rated 7.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pearl Haskew Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Irvington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Burns Middle School Mobile | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Katherine H Hankins Middle School Theodore | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Mobile Mental Health Center Mobile | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Nan Gray Davis Elementary School Theodore | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Mary W Burroughs Elementary School Theodore | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Theodore High School Theodore | 3.0 mi | 2.6 |
| Olive J Dodge Elementary School Mobile | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Meadowlake Elementary Mobile | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| MOBILE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind Mobile | 4.3 mi | 7.3 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, LOWER Mobile | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pearl Haskew Elementary Irvington | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MOBILE JUNIOR ACADEMY Mobile | 4.7 mi | — |
| KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS Mobile | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ST LUKE'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Mobile | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School Mobile | 5.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD SCHOOL Mobile | 5.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,939
Median Home Value
$172,300
Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Population
14,550
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Daphne, AL | 5.4 |
| Florence Howard Elementary School Mobile, AL | 5.4 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School Mobile, AL | 5.4 |
| Dannelly Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 5.5 |
| Dozier Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 5.5 |
| Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile, AL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wc Griggs Elementary School
What grades does Wc Griggs Elementary School serve?
Wc Griggs Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wc Griggs Elementary School?
Wc Griggs Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wc Griggs Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wc Griggs Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wc Griggs Elementary School rank in AL?
Wc Griggs Elementary School ranks #947 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Wc Griggs Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wc Griggs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Wc Griggs Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wc Griggs Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wc Griggs Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wc Griggs Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wc Griggs Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wc Griggs Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wc Griggs Elementary School?
76.0% of students at Wc Griggs 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 653
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (251) 221-1330
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #40 of 87
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