Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Curry 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Curry High School's student population of 383 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
School Rankings
Curry 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 Curry High School is 0.08, 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
#1038 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
96%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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: Yellow Jackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curry High School's ranking?
Curry High School is ranked #1038 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Curry High School often compared to?
Curry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jasper High School, Cordova High School, Oakman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Curry High School?
The graduation rate of Curry High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Curry High School?
383 students attend Curry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Curry High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Curry High School?
Curry High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Curry High School offer ?
Curry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Curry High School part of?
Curry High School is part of Walker County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
I wanted to give thanks to the vice princable of Curry highschool for helping my son, and I do think all of you are great
5 9/1/2010
children will have fun and learn at the same time.
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