Phil Campbell High School's overall state ranking declined from #620 in 2010 to #924 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of Alabama high schools.
Math proficiency was 10–14%, lower than the state average of about 30% in recent years, while reading proficiency was 35%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 35–39%, approximately equal to or slightly below the state average.
Enrollment rose from 393 students in 2016 to 448 in 2023, with minority enrollment remaining about 12%; eligibility for free lunch increased from 32% in 2017 to 62% in 2023, reflecting growing socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 7 through 12 with 406 students and 25 teachers in the latest reported year, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 16:1.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, ranging from 90% to 94% between 2019 and 2023, compared to the state average of approximately 88–90%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phil Campbell High School serves the southeast part of Phil Campbell, AL, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phil Campbell High School's student population of 382 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phil Campbell 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 Phil Campbell High School is 0.24, 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
#924 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
31%
White
87%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phil Campbell High School's ranking?
Phil Campbell High School is ranked #924 out of 1,275 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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 90%.
How many students attend Phil Campbell High School?
382 students attend Phil Campbell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Phil Campbell High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phil Campbell High School?
Phil Campbell High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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