Homebound High School in Birmingham, AL, serves grades 7–12 as a special education school and participates in the National School Lunch Program without using any provision or CEO; it is Title I eligible.
The school's graduation rate rose from 75% in 2016 to 90% in 2023, surpassing the state average of 88% and district average of 79% in the latest reporting year.
Math proficiency declined from 81% in 2012 to 11% in 2023, remaining significantly lower than the state average of 30% and district average of 15%.
Reading proficiency dropped from 77% in 2012 to below 23% by 2019, staying lower than the state average of approximately 46% in recent years.
Enrollment data show zero students and teachers reported from 2012 through 2023, with minimal free and reduced–price lunch eligibility; past data indicated very small student counts.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 7-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (10-11)
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers (92-93)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(10-11)n/a
4%
Black
(10-11)86%
35%
White
(10-11)14%
58%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Homebound High School?
7 students attend Homebound High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Homebound High School students are Black, and 14% of students are White.
What grades does Homebound High School offer ?
Homebound High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Homebound High School part of?
Homebound High School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Homebound High School located?
Homebound High School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 5 other public schools located in Central City.
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