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Jemison High School vs. Bob Jones High School

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School Overview

School
Jemison High School
5000 Pulaski Pike
Huntsville, AL 35810
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1/
10
Bottom 50%
Bob Jones High School
650 Hughes Rd
Madison, AL 35758
: 
9/
10
Top 20%
Top Rankings

Jemison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)

Bob Jones High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Overview
Serving 867 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 is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Bob Jones High School in Madison, Alabama ranked #247 in the state in 2023, down from a high of #32 in 2013, and has remained within the top 30% of schools statewide for graduation rates, which stood at 95% in 2023 compared to the state average of 88%.
Math proficiency at Bob Jones was 54% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, but declined notably from 77% in 2019; reading proficiency was 54%, also higher than the state average of 47%, though both declined from previous peaks.
Minority enrollment comprised 46% of the student body, reflecting a diverse population of 1,968 students in grades 9–12, with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1; free and reduced–price lunch eligibility increased to 24% in 2023 from 14% in 2019.
The school operated with 109 teachers in 2023 and did not offer virtual instruction; it qualified for Title I and participated in the National School Lunch Program without using provisions or CEO alternatives.
Science proficiency was 58% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, maintaining a strong academic profile among Union County NJ high schools though test scores in recent years indicate a downward trend in overall ranking and proficiency.
Blue Ribbon Schools
-
Yes
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Total Students
867 students
1,968 students
This chart illustrates the total number of students at Jemison High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart illustrates the total number of students at Bob Jones High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
% Male | % Female
54% | 46%
53% | 47%
This pie chart depicts the gender distribution at Jemison High School.
This pie chart depicts the gender distribution at Bob Jones High School.
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
109 teachers
This chart illustrates the total number of teachers at Jemison High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart illustrates the total number of teachers at Bob Jones High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
This chart presents a comparison of the student-teacher ratio at Jemison High School with the average student-teacher ratio for public schools in the Huntsville City School District and the state of Alabama, utilizing data from multiple years and featuring the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the student-teacher ratio at Bob Jones High School with the average student-teacher ratio for public schools in the Madison City School District and the state of Alabama, utilizing data from multiple years and featuring the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.

Test Scores

#1187 out of 1275 schools in AL
(Bottom 50%)
#247 out of 1275 schools in AL
(Top 20%)
This chart illustrates the overall school ranking of Jemison High School, encompassing data from multiple years, including the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart illustrates the overall school ranking of Bob Jones High School, encompassing data from multiple years, including the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
6-9%
(Bottom 50% in AL)
54%
(Top 20% in AL)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Jemison High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Math with the average percentages observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Bob Jones High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Math with the average percentages observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
10-14%
(Bottom 50% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
54%
(Top 30% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Jemison High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in RLA (Reading and Language Arts) with the average percentages observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Bob Jones High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in RLA (Reading and Language Arts) with the average percentages observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
10-14%
(Bottom 50% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
58%
(Top 20% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Jemison High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Science with the average percentages observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Bob Jones High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Science with the average percentages observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
≥95%
(Top 5% in AL)
95%
(Top 30% in AL)
This chart presents a comparison of the graduation rate of Jemison High School with the average graduation rate observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the graduation rate of Bob Jones High School with the average graduation rate observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.

Students by Grade

Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Jemison High School by grade.
This chart displays the students of Bob Jones High School by grade.
Grade 9 Students
268
481
Grade 10 Students
224
510
Grade 11 Students
191
492
Grade 12 Students
184
485

Students by Ethnicity

% American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as American Indian at Jemison High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as American Indian in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2019-20 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as American Indian at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as American Indian in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% Asian
n/a
7%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Asian at Jemison High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Asian in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2021-22 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Asian at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Asian in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% Hispanic
16%
9%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Hispanic at Jemison High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Hispanic in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Hispanic at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Hispanic in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% Black
73%
22%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Black at Jemison High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Black in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Black at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Black in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% White
7%
54%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as White at Jemison High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as White in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as White at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as White in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
7%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as two or more races at Jemison High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as two or more races in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as two or more races at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as two or more races in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
0.44
0.65
This chart showcases the diversity score of Jemison High School, juxtaposed with the average diversity score for public schools in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart showcases the diversity score of Bob Jones High School, juxtaposed with the average diversity score for public schools in the Madison City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.

Additional Information

Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
25%
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for free lunch at Jemison High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for free lunch in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for free lunch at Bob Jones High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for free lunch in the Madison City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for reduced-price lunch at Jemison High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for reduced-price lunch in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for reduced-price lunch at Bob Jones High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for reduced-price lunch in the Madison City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
 
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