Serving 406 students in grades 7-12, Phil Campbell 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 12% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phil Campbell High School's student population of 406 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phil Campbell High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phil Campbell High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#884 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
88%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phil Campbell High School's ranking?
Phil Campbell High School is ranked #884 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phil Campbell High School?
The graduation rate of Phil Campbell High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Phil Campbell High School?
406 students attend Phil Campbell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Phil Campbell High School students are White, 9% 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 Phil Campbell High School?
Phil Campbell High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phil Campbell High School offer ?
Phil Campbell High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Phil Campbell High School part of?
Phil Campbell High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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