Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leinkauf Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leinkauf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Leinkauf Elementary School's student population of 556 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leinkauf Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leinkauf 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
#958 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
89%
32%
White
3%
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leinkauf Elementary School's ranking?
Leinkauf Elementary School is ranked #958 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Leinkauf Elementary School?
556 students attend Leinkauf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Leinkauf Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leinkauf Elementary School?
Leinkauf Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leinkauf Elementary School offer ?
Leinkauf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Leinkauf Elementary School part of?
Leinkauf Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Leinkauf Elementary School located?
Leinkauf Elementary School is located in the Leinkauf neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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