Cora Castlen Elementary
423 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Cora Castlen Elementary School, located in the rural community of Grand Bay, Alabama, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Mobile County Public School System. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of strong character traits in its young students. By prioritizing foundational skills in literacy and mathematics, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success while maintaining a tight-knit, community-oriented atmosphere reflective of its Grand Bay surroundings.
Beyond its core curriculum, Cora Castlen Elementary places a significant focus on integrating technology and student engagement to make learning interactive and relevant. The school encourages a collaborative partnership between parents, teachers, and the local community to create a holistic educational experience. Through various school initiatives and a focus on maintaining a safe, inclusive campus, Cora Castlen strives to ensure that every student feels valued and motivated to achieve their full potential throughout their formative primary school years.
Beyond its core curriculum, Cora Castlen Elementary places a significant focus on integrating technology and student engagement to make learning interactive and relevant. The school encourages a collaborative partnership between parents, teachers, and the local community to create a holistic educational experience. Through various school initiatives and a focus on maintaining a safe, inclusive campus, Cora Castlen strives to ensure that every student feels valued and motivated to achieve their full potential throughout their formative primary school years.
423
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 337 |
| Hispanic | 16 |
| Black | 32 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White337 (79.7%)
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Black32 (7.6%)
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Two or More28 (6.6%)
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Hispanic16 (3.8%)
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Asian9 (2.1%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Mobile County |
| Phone: | (251)865-6733 |
| Website: | http://castlen.mce.schoolinsites.com |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 423 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 233 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
17
Kindergarten
72
Grade 1
62
Grade 2
73
Grade 3
66
Grade 4
70
Grade 5
63
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 17 |
| Kindergarten | 72 |
| Grade 1 | 62 |
| Grade 2 | 73 |
| Grade 3 | 66 |
| Grade 4 | 70 |
| Grade 5 | 63 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 215 | 50.8% |
| Male | 208 | 49.2% |
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