Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holloway 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 11% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holloway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holloway Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holloway 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 Holloway Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#980 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
95%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Holloway Elementary School's ranking?
Holloway Elementary School is ranked #980 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Holloway Elementary School?
472 students attend Holloway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Holloway Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holloway Elementary School?
Holloway Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holloway Elementary School offer ?
Holloway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Holloway Elementary School part of?
Holloway Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Holloway Elementary School located?
Holloway Elementary School is located in the Greenmound neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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