Berry High School is a public high school located in Berry, Alabama. It provides education for students in grades 7–12.
Serving 217 students in grades 7-12, Berry High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Berry High School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Rankings
Berry High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berry High School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#940 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
5%
32%
White
85%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry High School's ranking?
Berry High School is ranked #940 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berry High School?
The graduation rate of Berry High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Berry High School?
217 students attend Berry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Berry High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berry High School?
Berry High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berry High School offer ?
Berry High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berry High School part of?
Berry High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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