Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Phillips Preparatory Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phillips Preparatory Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Phillips Preparatory Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Phillips Preparatory Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phillips Preparatory Middle 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
#91 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
48%
32%
White
33%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillips Preparatory Middle School's ranking?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School is ranked #91 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Phillips Preparatory Middle School often compared to?
Phillips Preparatory Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkshaw Magnet School, Denton Magnet School Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Phillips Preparatory Middle School?
438 students attend Phillips Preparatory Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Phillips Preparatory Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phillips Preparatory Middle School?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phillips Preparatory Middle School offer ?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phillips Preparatory Middle School part of?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Phillips Preparatory Middle School located?
Phillips Preparatory Middle School is located in the South Crichton neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 2 other public schools located in South Crichton.
School Reviews
5 5/7/2020
This school is wonderful. It provides a high quality standard of education and I totally recommend!
5 3/27/2020
This school offers a variety of languages and engineering/design classes. This helps to let students explore interest and potential career paths. The teachers work hard to keep kids focused and moving forward. Over this is a top-class, middle school. If eligible highly recommend you apply!
5 11/15/2012
This school provides lots of help in each subject and im glad to be apart of it
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