J U Blacksher School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–12 with 726 students, ranked #833 in the state in 2023, reflecting fluctuations over the past decade between #714 and #1104.
Math proficiency at J U Blacksher declined to 15% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 40%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged from 35% to 39% in recent years, approximately equal to the state average of 38%, showing relative stability compared to other subjects.
Enrollment rose gradually from 420 students in 1999 to 726 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at around 39% and 59% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating significant socioeconomic need.
The school maintained a student–teacher ratio near 19:1 in recent years with a graduation rate between 70–74%, below the state average of about 88%, signaling ongoing challenges in academic outcomes at this New Jersey public high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J U Blacksher School serves the southwest part of Uriah, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 238 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J U Blacksher School's student population of 747 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
J U Blacksher 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 J U Blacksher School is 0.58, 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
#833 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
19%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2003–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
10%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
61%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
53%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J U Blacksher School's ranking?
J U Blacksher School is ranked #833 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are J U Blacksher School often compared to?
J U Blacksher Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Excel High School, Monroeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J U Blacksher School?
The graduation rate of J U Blacksher School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend J U Blacksher School?
747 students attend J U Blacksher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of J U Blacksher School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J U Blacksher School?
J U Blacksher School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does J U Blacksher School offer ?
J U Blacksher School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J U Blacksher School part of?
J U Blacksher School is part of Monroe County School District.
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