City High School in Birmingham, Alabama, closed in 2015 and served grades 9 through 12 before its closure.
The school's graduation rates showed fluctuations, peaking at 79% in 2014 but generally remaining below the state average which was around 88–91% from 2013 to 2019.
Math proficiency declined notably over time, with a 20% proficiency in 2015 compared to the state average of 40%, and an unusual spike to 69% in 2023 after closure.
Reading proficiency dropped sharply from 72% in 2013 to 19–26% range in later years, consistently lower than the state average near 40–47%.
Science proficiency was 10% in 2021 and improved slightly to 11% in 2022, both rates well below the state average of 36–38%.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (09-10)
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
4%
Black
(09-10)100%
35%
White
(09-10)n/a
58%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
58%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Birmingham City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend City High School?
12 students attend City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of City High School students are Black.
What grades does City High School offer ?
City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is City High School part of?
City High School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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