Jb Pennington High School

81 College St
Blountsville, AL 35031
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 513 students in grades 7-12, Jb Pennington 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 15% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jb Pennington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

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School Overview

Jb Pennington High School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
513 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings

Jb Pennington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jb Pennington High School is 0.38, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AL)
#697 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15%
24%
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41%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
21%
10%
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Black
1%
32%
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White
76%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.38
This chart display the diversity score of Jb Pennington High School and the public school average diversity score of Alabama by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥95%
89%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jb Pennington High School's ranking?
Jb Pennington High School is ranked #697 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jb Pennington High School often compared to?
Jb Pennington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan Moore High 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 24% AL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jb Pennington High School?
The graduation rate of Jb Pennington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Jb Pennington High School?
513 students attend Jb Pennington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jb Pennington High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jb Pennington High School?
Jb Pennington High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Jb Pennington High School offer ?
Jb Pennington High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Jb Pennington High School part of?
Jb Pennington High School is part of Blount County School District.

School Reviews

1   4/26/2021
Other than the few staff members that truly care about a child's educational atmosphere and experience within it, this is by far the worst school in the Blount County Schools system. My judgement is based on staff character, academic curriculum, overall student's college readiness, accessibility for minorities (racial, physical, mental, etcetera), and lastly, the complaints of previous and current student body. Parents, if you are considering enrolling your child in this school I beg you to seek out better options. The only benefits this school has is an outstanding sports program and newly constructed facilities. If you value your child's education and mental health whatsoever, consider a different institution. April, 2021
- Posted by Student/Alumni - X
2   9/23/2014
Common Core Math is killing my childrens love for math. The lack of interest in spelling is a terrible thing. My girls are in the 5th grade in BES. I will have to say that if I don't see an improvement in the curriculum and see more opportunities for the students to suceed I will pull my child out. My children need to be prepared for college. That is my top priority.
- Posted by Parent - duckr

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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