Wellborn High School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades 7–12 with 430 students, ranked #921 in the state in 2023, showing a decline from #876 in 2021 and fluctuating in the bottom 50% over recent years.
Math proficiency was 13%, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 35%, lower than the state average of 47%, both reflecting downward or consistently weaker test score trends since 2013.
Minority enrollment was 27%, with 320 students eligible for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need that increased from 35% free lunch eligibility in 1999 to 76% in 2023.
The student–teacher ratio was 15:1, ranking in the top 20% statewide for lowest ratio, supporting relatively small class sizes compared to district averages.
Graduation rates ranged between 80–84% recently, lower than the state average of about 88%, placing in the bottom 50% for this key outcome.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellborn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wellborn High School's student population of 430 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wellborn 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 Wellborn High School is 0.44, 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
#921 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wellborn High School's ranking?
Wellborn High School is ranked #921 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wellborn High School often compared to?
Wellborn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ohatchee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellborn High School?
The graduation rate of Wellborn High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wellborn High School?
430 students attend Wellborn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wellborn High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellborn High School?
Wellborn High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellborn High School offer ?
Wellborn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellborn High School part of?
Wellborn High School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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