Leinkauf Elementary School

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538 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Leinkauf Elementary School, located in the historic Oakleigh Garden District of Mobile, Alabama, is a public school that serves students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth. Known for its strong sense of community and academic focus, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances core curriculum requirements with character development. Its historic location contributes to a unique, neighborhood-centered atmosphere, often fostering close-knit relationships between students, dedicated faculty, and local families.

As part of the Mobile County Public School System, Leinkauf is committed to preparing its students for future academic success by integrating technology and hands-on learning into the classroom. The school is frequently recognized for its commitment to maintaining high standards of excellence, aiming to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where diverse learners can thrive. By focusing on both scholarly achievement and community engagement, Leinkauf Elementary remains a cornerstone institution for families living within the heart of Mobile.

538

Total Students

28.4

Full-Time Teachers

18.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

87.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Leinkauf Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	21
Hispanic	16
Black	482
Two or More	19

Black
482 (89.6 %)
White
21 (3.9 %)
Two or More
19 (3.5 %)
Hispanic
16 (3.0 %)

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)221-1495
Website:	http://leinkauf.mce.schoolinsites.com
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	538
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	473
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 23

Kindergarten 80

Grade 1 103

Grade 2 82

Grade 3 87

Grade 4 80

Grade 5 83

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Leinkauf Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	23
Kindergarten	80
Grade 1	103
Grade 2	82
Grade 3	87
Grade 4	80
Grade 5	83

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Leinkauf Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	241	44.8%
Male	297	55.2%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)