Jemison High School is a secondary school located in Jemison, Alabama, which educates grades 9-12. The school mascot is the Panther. The marching band is the Jemison Blue Regiment Band.
Serving 685 students in grades 9-12, Jemison High School ranks in the bottom 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 was 6-9% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Jemison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1160 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
46%
11%
Black
8%
32%
White
42%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jemison High School's ranking?
Jemison High School is ranked #1160 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jemison High School?
The graduation rate of Jemison High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jemison High School?
685 students attend Jemison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jemison High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jemison High School?
Jemison High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jemison High School offer ?
Jemison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jemison High School part of?
Jemison High School is part of Chilton County School District.
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