Buckhorn High School ranked #570 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from its peak rank of #149 in 2011 and a downward overall trend since 2018.
Math proficiency was 28% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, with a notable decline from 57% in 2018; reading proficiency was 42%, also lower than the state average of 47%, while science proficiency was 49%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Minority enrollment accounted for 42% of the 1,295 students in 2023, reflecting some demographic diversity, with 473 students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch (approximately 37%), up from 23% eligible for free lunch in 2017.
Buckhorn High School serves grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 20:1, employing 66 teachers for 1,295 students; the graduation rate was 94% in 2023, higher than the state average of 88%.
This New Market, Alabama public high school is Title I eligible and has steadily increased students eligible for free lunch over recent years, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Buckhorn High School serves the northeast part of New Market, AL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 145.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 7.5 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 12.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckhorn High School's student population of 1,320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buckhorn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckhorn High School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
22%
31%
White
57%
50%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckhorn High School's ranking?
Buckhorn High School is ranked #570 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Buckhorn High School often compared to?
Buckhorn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Green High School, Bob Jones High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckhorn High School?
The graduation rate of Buckhorn High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Buckhorn High School?
1,320 students attend Buckhorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Buckhorn High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckhorn High School?
Buckhorn High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckhorn High School offer ?
Buckhorn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckhorn High School part of?
Buckhorn High School is part of Madison County School District.
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