WHITLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whitley Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mobile County school district, located in Prichard, AL with about 330 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Whitley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Whitley Elementary School, located on Captain Leon C. Roberts Street in Prichard, Alabama, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Mobile County Public School System. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on the academic and social-emotional development of its students. By providing a structured curriculum and emphasizing core educational standards, Whitley Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, while maintaining strong ties to the local Prichard community.

The school places a significant emphasis on community engagement and parental involvement, viewing these elements as essential components of a student's educational journey. Through its official digital presence, the school keeps families informed about academic resources, administrative updates, and extracurricular opportunities. As part of a larger district framework, Whitley Elementary works to ensure that all students, regardless of their background, have access to the instructional tools and guidance necessary to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing setting.

For more information, contact Whitley Elementary School at (251) 221-1737 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.