Leinkauf Elementary School ranked in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools in 2023, improving slightly from #985 in 2021 to #908 in 2023.
Math proficiency was 21% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency remained at 26%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Enrollment declined from 654 students in 2017 to 556 students in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at 97% and free lunch eligibility increasing to 89% in 2023.
The school served grades prekindergarten through 5 with an enrollment of 556 students and maintained a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 20:1 in 2023.
Science proficiency ranged between 6% and 9%, lower than the state average, indicating ongoing challenges in core academic performance at this Mobile, Alabama elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leinkauf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Leinkauf Elementary School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
#ExcellenceintheMaking
School Rankings
Leinkauf 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 Leinkauf Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#908 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
89%
32%
White
3%
51%
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
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leinkauf Elementary School's ranking?
Leinkauf Elementary School is ranked #908 out of 1,275 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Leinkauf Elementary School?
556 students attend Leinkauf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Leinkauf Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leinkauf Elementary School?
Leinkauf Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leinkauf Elementary School offer ?
Leinkauf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leinkauf Elementary School part of?
Leinkauf Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Leinkauf Elementary School located?
Leinkauf Elementary School is located in the Leinkauf neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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