Bob Jones High School in Madison, Alabama ranked #247 in the state in 2023, down from a high of #32 in 2013, and has remained within the top 30% of schools statewide for graduation rates, which stood at 95% in 2023 compared to the state average of 88%.
Math proficiency at Bob Jones was 54% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, but declined notably from 77% in 2019; reading proficiency was 54%, also higher than the state average of 47%, though both declined from previous peaks.
Minority enrollment comprised 46% of the student body, reflecting a diverse population of 1,968 students in grades 9–12, with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1; free and reduced–price lunch eligibility increased to 24% in 2023 from 14% in 2019.
The school operated with 109 teachers in 2023 and did not offer virtual instruction; it qualified for Title I and participated in the National School Lunch Program without using provisions or CEO alternatives.
Science proficiency was 58% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, maintaining a strong academic profile among Union County NJ high schools though test scores in recent years indicate a downward trend in overall ranking and proficiency.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,048 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bob Jones High School serves the northeast part of Madison, AL, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bob Jones High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bob Jones High School's student population of 2,048 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,048 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow
School Rankings
Bob Jones High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bob Jones High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bob Jones High School's ranking?
Bob Jones High School is ranked #247 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Bob Jones High School often compared to?
Bob Jones High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Clemens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bob Jones High School?
The graduation rate of Bob Jones High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bob Jones High School?
2,048 students attend Bob Jones High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bob Jones High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bob Jones High School?
Bob Jones High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bob Jones High School offer ?
Bob Jones High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bob Jones High School part of?
Bob Jones High School is part of Madison City School District.
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