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Gardendale High School ranked #908 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #347 in 2013 and generally trending within the bottom 50% statewide in recent years.

Math proficiency was 21% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 26%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency stood at 32%, higher than the district average but still lower than the state average of 38%.

Enrollment remained stable near 1,063 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023; minority enrollment was 41%, reflecting a diverse student body.

The graduation rate was 89% in 2023, slightly above the state average of 88% but below the district rate of 90%.

Eligibility for free or reduced–price lunch rose substantially from 19% in 2010 to 48% in 2023, indicating increased socioeconomic needs among the student population.

Fultondale High School ranked #1144 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #878 in 2012 and remaining in the bottom 50% overall for state rankings of public schools.

Graduation rate was 95% in 2023, ranking in the top 5% statewide and exceeding the Alabama state average of 88%.

Math proficiency was 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 23%, lower than the state average of 47%, both showing downward trends since 2013.

Minority enrollment was 84% with Hispanic and Black students comprising the majority; enrollment increased to 683 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1.

Serving grades 7–12, this Jefferson County, Alabama public high school is Title I eligible and had 82% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic factors.