Calera High School is a high school in Calera, Alabama. The principal is Christopher Myles, the assistant principals are Ms. Jennifer McCaleb, and Russell Leonard.
Serving 1,053 students in grades 9-12, Calera 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 16% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calera High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Calera High School's student population of 1,053 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,053 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Calera High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calera High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#987 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
43%
32%
White
43%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Calera High School is a high school located in Calera, Alabama. The athletic teams are known as the Eagles and compete as a 2-A school in the state of Alabama.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calera High School's ranking?
Calera High School is ranked #987 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Calera High School often compared to?
Calera High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby County High School, Montevallo High School, Thompson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calera High School?
The graduation rate of Calera High School is 92%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Calera High School?
1,053 students attend Calera High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Calera High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calera High School?
Calera High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calera High School offer ?
Calera High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calera High School part of?
Calera High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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