Acceleration Preparatory Academy serves 239 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acceleration Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Acceleration Preparatory Academy's student population of 239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Acceleration Preparatory Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
87%
32%
White
7%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Acceleration Preparatory Academy?
239 students attend Acceleration Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Acceleration Preparatory Academy students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Acceleration Preparatory Academy offer ?
Acceleration Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Acceleration Preparatory Academy part of?
Acceleration Preparatory Academy is part of Maef Public Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Acceleration Preparatory Academy located?
Acceleration Preparatory Academy is located in the Bolton neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Bolton.
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