James Clemens High School is a public high school in Madison, Alabama, United States. The school is a part of Madison City Schools. The school is named after James Clemens, the founder of Madison, Alabama.
Serving 2,159 students in grades 9-12, James Clemens High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James Clemens High School serves the southwest part of Madison, AL, encompassing an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Clemens High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Clemens High School's student population of 2,159 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,159 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Clemens High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Clemens High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#229 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Mascot
Jets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Clemens High School's ranking?
James Clemens High School is ranked #229 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are James Clemens High School often compared to?
James Clemens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Jones High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Clemens High School?
The graduation rate of James Clemens High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend James Clemens High School?
2,159 students attend James Clemens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James Clemens High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Clemens High School?
James Clemens High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does James Clemens High School offer ?
James Clemens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Clemens High School part of?
James Clemens High School is part of Madison City School District.
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