Just 4 Development Laboratory serves 166 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Just 4 Development Laboratory's student population of 166 students has declined by 37% 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
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
The diversity score of Just 4 Development Laboratory is 0.10, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
95%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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?
166 students attend Just 4 Development Laboratory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Just 4 Development Laboratory students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Just 4 Development Laboratory?
Just 4 Development Laboratory has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than 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.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025Just 4 Developmental Laboratory offers a high-quality, evidence-based curriculum. We also implement intentional, age-appropriate instruction that is aligned with both federal and state standards. Our comprehensive curriculum integrates instruction across developmental domains and early learning disciplines.Review Just 4 Development Laboratory. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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Just 4 Developmental Laboratory offers a high-quality, evidence-based curriculum. We also implement intentional, age-appropriate instruction that is aligned with both federal and state standards. Our comprehensive curriculum integrates instruction across developmental domains and early learning disciplines.
Review Just 4 Development Laboratory. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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