Pleasant Grove High School, a Jefferson County Title–I eligible New Jersey high school serving grades 7–12, had a state rank decline from #526 in 2012 to #1257 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in overall school ranking.
In 2023, math proficiency was 3%, reading proficiency was 16%, and science proficiency was 11%, all lower than the state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38%, respectively, with math proficiency declining notably since 2019.
Enrollment fluctuated around 700 students in recent years, with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 in 2023; minority enrollment remained high at 97%, predominantly Black students at 93%, reflecting consistent demographic composition.
The school's graduation rate remained strong, ranging from 90% to 94% from 2018 to 2023, consistently exceeding the state average of about 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Grove High School's student population of 752 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Purple, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove 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 Pleasant Grove High School is 0.17, 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
#1257 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
91%
31%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove High School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove High School is ranked #1257 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pleasant Grove High School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hueytown 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 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pleasant Grove High School?
752 students attend Pleasant Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pleasant Grove High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove High School?
Pleasant Grove High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove High School offer ?
Pleasant Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Grove High School part of?
Pleasant Grove High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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