Serving 311 students in grades 6-9, Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than 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 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies's student population of 311 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies 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
#101 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
25%
31%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies's ranking?
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies is ranked #101 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies?
311 students attend Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies students are White, 25% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies?
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies offer ?
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies part of?
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies located?
Barton Academy For Advanced World Studies is located in the Central Business District neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Business District.
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