Buckhorn High School is a public high school in New Market, Alabama, United States. Buckhorn received the Alabama Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon in 2001.
Serving 1,295 students in grades 9-12, Buckhorn High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckhorn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Buckhorn High School's student population of 1,295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Rankings
Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn High School is 0.61, 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
#570 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
22%
32%
White
58%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Buckhorn High School's ranking?
Buckhorn High School is ranked #570 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Buckhorn High School often compared to?
Buckhorn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Jones High School, Hazel Green High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckhorn High School?
The graduation rate of Buckhorn High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Buckhorn High School?
1,295 students attend Buckhorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Buckhorn High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckhorn High School?
Buckhorn High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckhorn High School offer ?
Buckhorn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckhorn High School part of?
Buckhorn High School is part of Madison County School District.
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