Hutchens Elementary School serves 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 83%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: 94%
- Reading Proficiency: 94%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hutchens Elementary School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hutchens Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)94%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)94%
83%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
63%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hutchens Elementary School often compared to?
Hutchens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie Collier Elementary School, Orourke Elementary School, Taylor White Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% AL state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% AL state average).
How many students attend Hutchens Elementary School?
583 students attend Hutchens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hutchens Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hutchens Elementary School?
Hutchens Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hutchens Elementary School offer ?
Hutchens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Hutchens Elementary School part of?
Hutchens Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hutchens Elementary School located?
Hutchens Elementary School is located in the Dawes neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Dawes.
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