Just 4 Development Laboratory serves 185 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Just 4 Development Laboratory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Just 4 Development Laboratory's student population of 185 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Just 4 Development Laboratory is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
94%
31%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Just 4 Development Laboratory often compared to?
Just 4 Development Laboratoryis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School, Kate Shepard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Just 4 Development Laboratory?
185 students attend Just 4 Development Laboratory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Just 4 Development Laboratory students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Just 4 Development Laboratory?
Just 4 Development Laboratory has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Just 4 Development Laboratory offer ?
Just 4 Development Laboratory offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Just 4 Development Laboratory part of?
Just 4 Development Laboratory is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Just 4 Development Laboratory located?
Just 4 Development Laboratory is located in the Gorgas neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Gorgas.
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