EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Summary:

EicholdMertz School of Math and Science is a highly-ranked public elementary school in Mobile, Alabama, serving 507 students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. This exceptional school consistently outperforms state and county averages, with 85.51% of 3rd graders, 87.95% of 4th graders, and 81.93% of 5th graders proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to state averages of 42.16%, 38.32%, and 37.13%, respectively.

EicholdMertz's diverse student population, with 30.97% White, 53.45% African American, 3.35% Hispanic, and 7.1% Asian students, is a key strength of the school. It excels in serving all student subgroups, with high rankings for female students, male students, African American students, White students, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. This demonstrates the school's ability to provide an equitable and high-quality education for all its students. When compared to nearby schools in the Mobile County district, EicholdMertz stands out as a clear academic leader, with significantly higher proficiency rates in Mathematics than the district and state averages.

Despite having a relatively high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds (60.95% free/reduced lunch recipients), EicholdMertz is still able to achieve outstanding academic results, ranking 3 out of 684 elementary schools in Alabama in the 2023-2024 school year, placing it in the top 1% of schools in the state. This consistent academic excellence, along with the school's ability to provide an equitable and inclusive learning environment, make EicholdMertz School of Math and Science a standout example of what can be achieved in public education.

Detail:

Public, Magnet PK, KG-5

2815 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36606-2617

(251) 221-1105

District: Mobile County

SchoolDigger Rank:
3^rd of 684 Alabama Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,951

Student/teacher ratio: 18.9

Number of students: 511

Racial breakdown:

African American:

52.8%

White:

31.1%

Two or more races:

7.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 61.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details EicholdMertz School of Math and Science ranks better than 99.6% of elementary schools in Alabama. It also ranks first among 50 ranked elementary schools in the Mobile County School District! (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 98.32. (See more...)

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Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (52.8%), White (31.1%), two or more races (7%). (See more...)

Compare Details 61.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science is 18.9. 33 elementary schools in the Mobile County School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare EicholdMertz School of Math and Science employs 27 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science is $8,951. 41 elementary schools in the Mobile County School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

EicholdMertz School of Math and Science:

SchoolDigger ranks EicholdMertz School of Math and Science 3^rd of 684 Alabama public elementary schools. (See EicholdMertz School of Math and Science in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Mobile County:

SchoolDigger ranks Mobile County 96^th of 137 Alabama school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

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Rank History for all students at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	AL State Percentile
2014	88.47	55^th	695	92.1%
2015	95.60	25^th	691	96.4%
2019	99.34	2^nd	681	99.7%
2021	99.07	2^nd	692	99.7%
2022	97.28	10^th	687	98.5%
2023	98.36	3^rd	680	99.6%
2024	98.32	3^rd	684	99.6%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	AL State Percentile
2019	99.74	1^st	649	99.8%
2021	99.67	1^st	653	99.8%
2022	98.97	3^rd	651	99.5%
2023	99.19	1^st	623	99.8%
2024	99.38	2^nd	670	99.7%

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Rank History for Female students at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	AL State Percentile
2019	98.80	2^nd	646	99.7%
2021	97.89	5^th	656	99.2%
2022	93.70	30^th	656	95.4%
2023	98.01	2^nd	645	99.7%
2024	97.72	3^rd	650	99.5%

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Rank History for Male students at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	AL State Percentile
2019	99.29	3^rd	650	99.5%
2021	99.20	3^rd	669	99.6%
2022	98.19	4^th	669	99.4%
2023	97.86	9^th	649	98.6%
2024	97.67	4^th	655	99.4%

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Rank History for African American students at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	AL State Percentile
2019	99.95	2^nd	426	99.5%
2021	99.99	1^st	426	99.8%
2022	99.60	3^rd	426	99.3%
2023	99.78	2^nd	427	99.5%
2024	99.65	2^nd	420	99.5%

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Rank History for White students at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	AL State Percentile
2019	99.07	2^nd	529	99.6%
2021	98.79	2^nd	539	99.6%
2022	98.29	3^rd	540	99.4%
2023	98.46	1^st	528	99.8%
2024	98.04	3^rd	535	99.4%

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Data source: test scores: Alabama State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Alabama State Department of Education

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Enrollment information for EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2013	124	203	8	2	1	0	2	0	340
2014	115	193	9	3	0	1	7	0	328
2015	143	246	20	14	0	1	13	0	437
2017	143	252	17	25	1	0	21	0	459
2018	141	264	16	30	1	0	22	0	474
2019	154	289	26	28	2	1	24	0	524
2020	162	290	25	28	0	1	22	0	528
2021	156	302	33	22	0	1	23	0	537
2022	161	318	33	21	0	0	24	1	558
2023	157	271	36	17	0	0	26	0	507
2024	159	270	29	17	0	0	36	0	511

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	340	22.7	14.9	65
2014	328	17.7	18.4	65.9
2015	437	23.0	19.0	35.9
2017	459	23.0	19.9	35.5
2018	474	24.0	19.7	63.3
2019	524	26.0	20.1	63.5
2020	528	26.0	20.3	63.3
2021	537	26.0	20.6	63.5
2022	558	23.0	24.2	61.1
2023	507	26.0	19.5	60.9
2024	511	27.0	18.9	61.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	340	22.7	14.9	65
2014	328	17.7	18.4	65.9
2015	437	23.0	19.0	35.9
2017	459	23.0	19.9	35.5
2018	474	24.0	19.7	63.3
2019	524	26.0	20.1	63.5
2020	528	26.0	20.3	63.3
2021	537	26.0	20.6	63.5
2022	558	23.0	24.2	61.1
2023	507	26.0	19.5	60.9
2024	511	27.0	18.9	61.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$939 (10.5%)	$8,002 (89.4%)	$8,951

Data source: Alabama Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 2^nd of 681 Elementary schools	Ranks 3^rd of 680 Elementary schools	0.1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (EicholdMertz School of Math and Science)	100	80.3	19.8%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Mobile County)	53.7	34.6	19%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Alabama)	57.5	43.6	13.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (EicholdMertz School of Math and Science)	86.7	72.5	14.2%
4th Grade Mathematics (Mobile County)	45.5	27	18.5%
4th Grade Mathematics (Alabama)	47.3	34.9	12.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (EicholdMertz School of Math and Science)	94.3	93.4	0.8%
5th Grade Mathematics (Mobile County)	46.9	32.6	14.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Alabama)	44.9	33.9	10.9%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	524	507	3.2%
African American	289	271	6.2%
American Indian	2	0	100%
Asian	26	36	38.5%
Hispanic	28	17	39.3%
Pacific Islander	1	0	100%
White	154	157	1.9%
Two or More Races	24	26	8.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	63.5%	60.9%	2.6%

Schools Near EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Summative Assessment Mathematics (2024)			Summative Assessment Science (2024)	Summative Assessment English (2024)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Summative Assessment Mathematics 3rd Grade	Summative Assessment Mathematics 4th Grade	Summative Assessment Mathematics 5th Grade	Summative Assessment Science 4th Grade	Summative Assessment English 3rd Grade	Summative Assessment English 4th Grade	Summative Assessment English 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
EicholdMertz School of Math and Science	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	2815 Government Street	Mobile	36606	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	Yes	No	No	(251) 221-1105	511	27	18.9	61.3%	159 (31.1%)	270 (52.8%)	17 (3.3%)	29 (5.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	36 (7.0%)	98.3	3^rd of 684 public elementary schools	99.6%		98.4	3^rd of 680 public elementary schools	99.6%		85.5	88.0	81.9	90.4	98.6	95.2	91.6	$8,951	$939	$8,002
SpencerWestlawn Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3071 Ralston Rd	Mobile	36606	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	Yes	(251) 221-1705	406	21	18.9	93.3%	9 (2.2%)	363 (89.4%)	14 (3.4%)	2 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	17 (4.2%)	28.6	495^th of 684 public elementary schools	27.6%		33.1	469^th of 680 public elementary schools	31.0%	26	24.7	19.6	21.0	23.5	44.6	49.0	59.7	$9,670	$1,768	$7,893
Maryvale Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1901 N Maryvale St	Mobile	36605	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	Yes	(251) 221-1810	451	24	18.5	93.3%	7 (1.6%)	406 (90.0%)	20 (4.4%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (3.5%)	15.9	578^th of 684 public elementary schools	15.5%		13.4	594^th of 680 public elementary schools	12.6%	16	22.4	12.4	24.1	13.6	34.5	29.6	43.4	$10,227	$2,002	$8,215
Morningside Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2700 Greenbrier Dr South	Mobile	36605	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	Yes	(251) 221-1540	487	26	18.7	95.9%	6 (1.2%)	436 (89.5%)	23 (4.7%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (4.3%)	15.5	579^th of 684 public elementary schools	15.4%		19.9	542^nd of 680 public elementary schools	20.3%	37	18.8	27.9	7.8	25.6	25.3	32.5	33.8	$9,463	$1,814	$7,639
George Hall Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1108 Antwerp St	Mobile	36605	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	Yes	(251) 221-1345	267	15	17.8	85.8%	4 (1.5%)	255 (95.5%)	7 (2.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	16.2	574^th of 684 public elementary schools	16.1%		14.2	585^th of 680 public elementary schools	14.0%	11	20.0	6.5	31.8	9.7	43.3	16.1	40.9	$10,103	$2,187	$7,905
Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3956 Cottage Hill Rd	Mobile	36609	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	Yes	(251) 221-1240	646	33	19.3	87.3%	54 (8.4%)	456 (70.6%)	76 (11.8%)	24 (3.7%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.6%)	32 (5.0%)	19	557^th of 684 public elementary schools	18.6%		14.1	586^th of 680 public elementary schools	13.8%	29	16.1	17.7	23.9	22.1	38.7	30.4	49.3	$10,018	$1,663	$8,345
UCP Of Mobile Inc	Public	PK-K	3058 Dauphin Square Connector	Mobile	36607	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	No	(251) 479-4900	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Erwin Craighead Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1000 South Ann St	Mobile	36605	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	Yes	(251) 221-1155	411	24	17.1	89.3%	3 (0.7%)	385 (93.7%)	9 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	14 (3.4%)	23.8	522^nd of 684 public elementary schools	23.7%		21.5	539^th of 680 public elementary schools	20.7%	17	13.6	17.0	21.6	30.5	38.6	44.1	54.0	$9,785	$1,590	$8,185
HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind	Public	PK, KG-5	3980 Burma Road	Mobile	36693	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	No	No	No	(251) 221-5454	48	9	5.3	43.8%	24 (50.0%)	20 (41.7%)	3 (6.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.1%)								(n/a)								$113,371	$39,726	$73,636
Old Shell Road Magnet School	Public, Magnet	K-5	3160 Heather St	Mobile	36607	Mobile County	Mobile County	No	Yes	No	No	(251) 221-1557	369	22	16.9	68.6%	98 (26.6%)	231 (62.6%)	12 (3.3%)	3 (0.8%)	3 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (6.0%)	96.5	12^th of 684 public elementary schools	98.2%		91.8	47^th of 680 public elementary schools	93.1%	35	72.3	78.7	66.7	77.1	93.6	95.1	95.8	$9,458	$1,220	$8,229

Frequently Asked Questions about EicholdMertz School of Math and Science

What is the racial makeup of EicholdMertz School of Math and Science?

Students at EicholdMertz School of Math and Science are 53% African American, 31% White, 7% Two or more races, 6% Asian, 3% Hispanic.

What district is EicholdMertz School of Math and Science in?

Mobile County

Is EicholdMertz School of Math and Science a good school?

Yes! EicholdMertz School of Math and Science is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 3^rd of 684 Alabama elementary schools.

How many students attend EicholdMertz School of Math and Science?

In the 2023-24 school year, 511 students attended EicholdMertz School of Math and Science.

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