Serving 1,066 students in grades 9-12, Calera 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 18% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calera High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Calera High School's student population of 1,066 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,066 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calera High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calera High School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#895 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
43%
32%
White
44%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Calera High School is a high school located in Calera, Alabama. The athletic teams are known as the Eagles and compete as a 2-A school in the state of Alabama.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calera High School's ranking?
Calera High School is ranked #895 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Calera High School often compared to?
Calera High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby County High School, Montevallo High School, Thompson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calera High School?
The graduation rate of Calera High School is 96%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Calera High School?
1,066 students attend Calera High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Calera High School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calera High School?
Calera High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calera High School offer ?
Calera High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calera High School part of?
Calera High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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