Serving 894 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Magnolia 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 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnolia School's student population of 894 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magnolia School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
12%
32%
White
56%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia School's ranking?
Magnolia School is ranked #559 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Magnolia School often compared to?
Magnolia Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daphne Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School, Dannelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Magnolia School?
894 students attend Magnolia School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Magnolia School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnolia School?
Magnolia School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Magnolia School offer ?
Magnolia School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Magnolia School part of?
Magnolia School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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