Jacksonville High School ranked #423 in Alabama in 2023, showing fluctuations from a high of #340 in 2019 and a low of #663 in 2011 among Union County NJ high schools.
Reading proficiency was 62%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 54%, also higher than the state average of 38%, while math proficiency was 24%, lower than the state average of 30%.
Minority enrollment stood at 44%, with free lunch eligibility increasing substantially from 19% in 1999 to 51% in 2023 at this Berkeley Heights public high school.
The school served grades 7–12 with 776 students enrolled and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, maintaining a consistent ratio over recent years.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023, placing Jacksonville High School in the top 5% statewide.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jacksonville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Jacksonville, AL, covering approximately 11 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jacksonville High School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing All Students For A Successful Life
School Rankings
Jacksonville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville High School is 0.62, 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
#423 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville High School's ranking?
Jacksonville High School is ranked #423 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jacksonville High School often compared to?
Jacksonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Plains High School, Piedmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacksonville High School?
The graduation rate of Jacksonville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jacksonville High School?
756 students attend Jacksonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jacksonville High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville High School?
Jacksonville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonville High School offer ?
Jacksonville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacksonville High School part of?
Jacksonville High School is part of Jacksonville City School District.
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