Serving 776 students in grades 7-12, Jacksonville High School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Jacksonville High School's student population of 776 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing All Students For A Successful Life
School Rankings
Jacksonville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville High School is 0.60, 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
#423 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
28%
32%
White
56%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Jacksonville High School's ranking?
Jacksonville High School is ranked #423 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jacksonville High School often compared to?
Jacksonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Plains High School, Piedmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacksonville High School?
The graduation rate of Jacksonville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jacksonville High School?
776 students attend Jacksonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jacksonville High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville High School?
Jacksonville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonville High School offer ?
Jacksonville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacksonville High School part of?
Jacksonville High School is part of Jacksonville City School District.
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