Moody High School is a four-year public high school in the Birmingham, Alabama suburb of Moody. It is one of five high schools in the St. Clair County School System. School colors are Navy Blue, Vegas Gold & White and the athletic teams are called the Blue Devils. Moody competes in AHSAA Class 5A athletics.
Serving 708 students in grades 9-12, Moody High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moody High School serves the southwest part of Moody, AL, covering an area of approximately 39.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moody High School's student population of 708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
Equip. Enrich. Encourage.
School Rankings
Moody 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 Moody High School is 0.48, 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
#762 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
14%
31%
White
70%
50%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moody High School's ranking?
Moody High School is ranked #762 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Moody High School often compared to?
Moody High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springville High School, Pell City High School, Saint Clair County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moody High School?
The graduation rate of Moody High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Moody High School?
708 students attend Moody High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Moody High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moody High School?
Moody High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moody High School offer ?
Moody High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moody High School part of?
Moody High School is part of St Clair County School District.
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