Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spencerwestlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Transformers
School Rankings
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spencerwestlawn Elementary School is 0.21, which is less 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
#582 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
89%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Spencerwestlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School is ranked #582 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Spencerwestlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Spencerwestlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Er Dickson Elementary School, Olive J Dodge Elementary School, Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Spencerwestlawn Elementary School?
406 students attend Spencerwestlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Spencerwestlawn Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spencerwestlawn Elementary School?
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spencerwestlawn Elementary School offer ?
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spencerwestlawn Elementary School part of?
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Spencerwestlawn Elementary School located?
Spencerwestlawn Elementary School is located in the Dauphin Acres neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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