Semmes Elementary School ranked #323 statewide in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #106 in 2013, and is in the top 30% of Alabama schools overall.
Math proficiency was 35% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, though this reflects a decline from 56% proficiency in 2019; reading proficiency was 60%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged between 60–64%, placing Semmes Elementary in the top 10% statewide and well above the state average of 38%.
Enrollment was stable at 547 students with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1; minority enrollment was 36%, with 46% of students eligible for free lunch indicating substantial socioeconomic needs.
The school serves grades Pre–K through 5 and is Title I eligible, consistent with its status as an active Mobile County public school in Semmes, Alabama.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Semmes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Semmes Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Semmes Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Semmes 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
#323 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
22%
31%
White
63%
50%
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
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Semmes Elementary School's ranking?
Semmes Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Semmes Elementary School often compared to?
Semmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J E Turner Elementary School, Allentown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Semmes Elementary School?
576 students attend Semmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Semmes Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Semmes Elementary School?
Semmes Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Semmes Elementary School offer ?
Semmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Semmes Elementary School part of?
Semmes Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
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