Serving 1,287 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- 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 1,287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckhorn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckhorn High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#485 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
21%
32%
White
60%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckhorn High School's ranking?
Buckhorn High School is ranked #485 out of 1,285 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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 92%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Buckhorn High School?
1,287 students attend Buckhorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Buckhorn High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% 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 19:1, 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
What school district is Buckhorn High School part of?
Buckhorn High School is part of Madison County School District.
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