Serving 1,175 students in grades 9-12, Hueytown 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 4% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hueytown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hueytown High School's student population of 1,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hueytown High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hueytown High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1267 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
53%
32%
White
31%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hueytown High School's ranking?
Hueytown High School is ranked #1267 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hueytown High School often compared to?
Hueytown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcadory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hueytown High School?
The graduation rate of Hueytown High School is 83%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hueytown High School?
1,175 students attend Hueytown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hueytown High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hueytown High School?
Hueytown High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Hueytown High School offer ?
Hueytown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hueytown High School part of?
Hueytown High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 08, 2024 (Thursday)
MLK JR/SCHOOL CLOSED
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
PRESIDENTS DAY/SCHOOL CLOSED
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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