Carbon Hill High School in Carbon Hill, AL is a Title–I eligible public high school serving 351 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 20:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 16:1.
Graduation rates at Carbon Hill High School have consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the Alabama state average of 88%.
Math proficiency at Carbon Hill High School remains low at 6–9%, which is significantly lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, indicating ongoing challenges in math achievement.
Reading proficiency is 20–24%, which is lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency is also 20–24%, below the state average of 38%, placing the school in the bottom 50% statewide for overall testing performance.
Enrollment and socioeconomic composition have experienced changes, with student enrollment relatively stable around 350 students and free lunch eligibility increasing from 42% in 2021 to 62% in 2023, reflecting a notable rise in students qualifying for free or reduced–price lunch.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carbon Hill High School serves the northwest part of its district in Carbon Hill, AL, covering an area of approximately 83.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.9 miles to the boundary and a maximum distance of 12.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carbon Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carbon Hill High School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carbon Hill 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 Carbon Hill High School is 0.13, 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
#1111 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
royal blue and white
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carbon Hill High School's ranking?
Carbon Hill High School is ranked #1111 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Carbon Hill High School often compared to?
Carbon Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jasper High School, Curry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carbon Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Carbon Hill High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carbon Hill High School?
349 students attend Carbon Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Carbon Hill High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carbon Hill High School?
Carbon Hill High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carbon Hill High School offer ?
Carbon Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carbon Hill High School part of?
Carbon Hill High School is part of Walker County School District.
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