Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary B Austin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary B Austin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mary B Austin Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Rankings
Mary B Austin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary B Austin Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#260 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
43%
32%
White
39%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary B Austin Elementary School's ranking?
Mary B Austin Elementary School is ranked #260 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mary B Austin Elementary School often compared to?
Mary B Austin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mary B Austin Elementary School?
505 students attend Mary B Austin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mary B Austin Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary B Austin Elementary School?
Mary B Austin Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary B Austin Elementary School offer ?
Mary B Austin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary B Austin Elementary School part of?
Mary B Austin Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary B Austin Elementary School located?
Mary B Austin Elementary School is located in the College Park neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
School Reviews
5 5/10/2010
I give Austin 5 stars for being such a wonderful school! Teachers are professional and caring. The buildings are sparkling clean and so well maintained.
My child's curriculum includes music and art. He loves going to school, and we will all miss Austin when he goes to middle school in two years.
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