Er Dickson Elementary School's overall state ranking declined notably from #19 in 2012 to #782 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of Alabama schools.
Math proficiency dropped sharply from 98% in 2012 to 17% in 2023, remaining lower than the state average of 30% in the most recent year.
Reading proficiency was 40% in 2022, lower than the state average of 47%, with little change over recent years.
Minority enrollment was 86%, with a total enrollment of 1,058 students from prekindergarten to grade 5, and a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 in 2023.
Eligibility for free lunch was 59% in 2023, increasing from 24% in 2000, indicating a growing socioeconomic need among the student body at this Mobile, AL elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Er Dickson Elementary School's student population of 967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
967 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Er Dickson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Er Dickson Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
65%
31%
White
15%
50%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Er Dickson Elementary School's ranking?
Er Dickson Elementary School is ranked #782 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Er Dickson Elementary School often compared to?
Er Dickson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kate Shepard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Er Dickson Elementary School?
967 students attend Er Dickson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Er Dickson Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Er Dickson Elementary School?
Er Dickson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Er Dickson Elementary School offer ?
Er Dickson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Er Dickson Elementary School part of?
Er Dickson Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Er Dickson Elementary School located?
Er Dickson Elementary School is located in the Country Club neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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