Mattie T Blount High School ranked #1274 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #740 in 2010 and remaining in the bottom 50% statewide for overall testing performance.
Math proficiency was 3%, reading proficiency was 3%, and science proficiency was 7% in 2023, all lower than the state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively, with math and reading scores declining sharply since 2013.
Enrollment grew to 1,176 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 20:1; 83% of students were eligible for free lunch, reflecting a sustained high socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 9–12 with 59 teachers and a majority minority enrollment of 98%, primarily Black students at 95% of total enrollment.
Graduation rates improved to 92% in 2023, consistently higher than the Alabama state average of 88% over recent years, placing the school in the top 30% statewide for graduation.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattie T Blount High School serves the southeast portion of its school district in Eight Mile, AL, covering an area of approximately 30.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mattie T Blount High School's student population of 1,058 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mattie T Blount 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 Mattie T Blount High School is 0.12, 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
#1274 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
94%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Leopard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattie T Blount High School's ranking?
Mattie T Blount High School is ranked #1274 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mattie T Blount High School often compared to?
Mattie T Blount High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy High School, Baker High School, Saraland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mattie T Blount High School?
The graduation rate of Mattie T Blount High School is 92%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mattie T Blount High School?
1,058 students attend Mattie T Blount High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mattie T Blount High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattie T Blount High School?
Mattie T Blount High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mattie T Blount High School offer ?
Mattie T Blount High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattie T Blount High School part of?
Mattie T Blount High School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mattie T Blount High School located?
Mattie T Blount High School is located in the Edington neighborhood of Eight Mile, AL.
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