Serving 450 students in grades 7-12, Saks 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 10-14% (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 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saks High School's student population of 450 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saks 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 Saks High School is 0.62, 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
#971 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
49%
32%
White
36%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Saks High School's ranking?
Saks High School is ranked #971 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Saks High School often compared to?
Saks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weaver High School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saks High School?
The graduation rate of Saks High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Saks High School?
450 students attend Saks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Saks High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saks High School?
Saks High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saks High School offer ?
Saks High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saks High School part of?
Saks High School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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