Huntsville High School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades 9–12 with 1,802 students, ranked #349 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #104 in 2018.
Math proficiency was 44%, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 51%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 53%, also higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 1,693 students in 2011 to 1,802 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at approximately 39%, reflecting a diverse student body.
The student–teacher ratio was 18:1 in 2023 with a graduation rate of 94%, exceeding the state average of 88% and ranking in the top 30% statewide.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 16% in 2011 to 27% in 2023, indicating increasing socioeconomic need within the student population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Huntsville area, with most students living within a 10-15 min. drive (avg. 6 mi., furthest 10.5 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Huntsville High School's student population of 1,807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,807 students
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Huntsville 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 Huntsville High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
25%
31%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Huntsville City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntsville High School's ranking?
Huntsville High School is ranked #349 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Huntsville High School often compared to?
Huntsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Jones High School, Virgil Grissom High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 Huntsville High School?
The graduation rate of Huntsville High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Huntsville High School?
1,807 students attend Huntsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Huntsville High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huntsville High School?
Huntsville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Huntsville High School offer ?
Huntsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huntsville High School part of?
Huntsville High School is part of Huntsville City School District.
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