Jemison High School in Jemison, AL closed in 2024; its state ranking declined from #730 in 2010 to #1160 in 2023, indicating weaker performance over time.
Math proficiency was 69% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 15%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 15%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment grew to 685 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1; free lunch eligibility increased markedly from 20% in 1999 to 70% in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic shifts.
The school served grades 9–12 with a near–equal gender distribution (51% male, 49% female) and notable diversity, including 314 Hispanic students and ranking in the top 20% for diversity among Alabama public high schools.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jemison High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jemison, AL, encompassing approximately 700.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 16.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a furthest boundary reaching 26.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jemison High School's student population of 702 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jemison High 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 Jemison High School is 0.59, 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
#1160 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jemison High School's ranking?
Jemison High School is ranked #1160 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jemison High School often compared to?
Jemison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jemison Middle School, Isabella High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jemison High School?
The graduation rate of Jemison High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jemison High School?
702 students attend Jemison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Jemison High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jemison High School?
Jemison High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jemison High School offer ?
Jemison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jemison High School part of?
Jemison High School is part of Chilton County School District.
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