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Hutchens Elementary School

10005 West Lake Rd
Mobile, AL 36695
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Hutchens Elementary School served grades Pre–K through 2 with an enrollment of 584 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in Mobile, Alabama.
Math proficiency was reported at 94%, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency also stood at 94%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was 20%, lower than the state average of 38%, indicating weaker science performance compared to state levels.
Minority enrollment accounted for 43% of students, with enrollment rising from 562 in 2019 to 584 in 2023, reflecting steady growth.
The school is Title I eligible and participates in the National School Lunch Program under the Community Eligibility Option, with 28% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 584 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : 94%
  • : 94%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hutchens Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor

School Rankings

The diversity score of Hutchens Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (AL)
(09-10)
94%
78%
(09-10)
94%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
20%
32%
White
57%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Hutchens Elementary School often compared to?
Hutchens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie Collier Elementary School, Orourke Elementary School, Taylor White Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% AL state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% AL state average).
How many students attend Hutchens Elementary School?
584 students attend Hutchens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hutchens Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hutchens Elementary School?
Hutchens Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hutchens Elementary School offer ?
Hutchens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hutchens Elementary School part of?
Hutchens Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hutchens Elementary School located?
Hutchens Elementary School is located in the Dawes neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Dawes.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 584 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : 94%
  • : 94%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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