Zion Chapel High School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–12, ranked #380 in the state in 2023, improving from #409 in 2022 and #456 in 2021.
Math proficiency was 39% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, though this declined from a high of 84% in 2012; reading proficiency was 51%, also higher than the state average of 47% in 2022.
Enrollment grew from 659 students in 1999 to 900 currently, with 58% eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting a steady increase in socioeconomic need over time.
The school maintained a stable student–teacher ratio of 18:1 with 50 teachers, and its graduation rate was consistently 90%, higher than the state average of 88% in 2023.
Minority enrollment remained low at 8%, with 825 White (not Hispanic) students out of 900 total students, indicating minimal demographic shifts in racial composition.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zion Chapel High School's student population of 900 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Motto
Every child can learn.
School Rankings
Zion Chapel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zion Chapel High School is 0.15, 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
#380 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
92%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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 Zion Chapel High School's ranking?
Zion Chapel High School is ranked #380 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Zion Chapel High School often compared to?
Zion Chapel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elba Elementary School, New Brockton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zion Chapel High School?
The graduation rate of Zion Chapel High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Zion Chapel High School?
900 students attend Zion Chapel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Zion Chapel High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zion Chapel High School?
Zion Chapel High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zion Chapel High School offer ?
Zion Chapel High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zion Chapel High School part of?
Zion Chapel High School is part of Coffee County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
quality of teachers is high, student-teacher ratio is low; high level of parent involvement
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school in coffee county. The teachers are helpful. Everyone gets a long and it's a good community. And the students have high academic scores.
5 10/10/2025
all of the teaching and administrative staff are wonderful and really care about their students
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