Dupuy Alternative School is an active alternative public high school in Birmingham, Alabama, serving grades 9 through 12 with Title I eligibility and located in the Kingston neighborhood.
The school's graduation rate remained below the state average, with 75% in 2022 compared to 88% statewide, showing no significant improvement over recent years.
Math proficiency was 69% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, but previous years showed fluctuations and declined sharply from prior higher levels.
Reading proficiency was 20% in 2022, lower than the state average of 47%, indicating a decline from historically stronger performance.
Science proficiency was 11% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, consistent with weak academic outcomes in recent reporting years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (07-08)
132 students
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(07-08)n/a
1%
Asian
(07-08)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(07-08)n/a
4%
Black
(07-08)99%
36%
White
(07-08)1%
58%
Hawaiian
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
89%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dupuy Alternative School?
132 students attend Dupuy Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dupuy Alternative School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Dupuy Alternative School offer ?
Dupuy Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dupuy Alternative School part of?
Dupuy Alternative School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dupuy Alternative School located?
Dupuy Alternative School is located in the Kingston neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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