Serving 484 students in grades 7-12, Colbert Heights 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 14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colbert Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Colbert Heights High School's student population of 484 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colbert Heights 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 Colbert Heights High School is 0.17, 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
#800 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
91%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colbert Heights High School's ranking?
Colbert Heights High School is ranked #800 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Colbert Heights High School often compared to?
Colbert Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee High School, Colbert County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colbert Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Colbert Heights High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Colbert Heights High School?
484 students attend Colbert Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Colbert Heights High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colbert Heights High School?
Colbert Heights High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Colbert Heights High School offer ?
Colbert Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Colbert Heights High School part of?
Colbert Heights High School is part of Colbert County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/15/2024
Great school. Kids graduate college or career-ready.
5 6/30/2010
I am a proud former student and parent of students that are attending CHHS now!!! Teachers and Parents(many graduated at CHHS) care and strive to make the school a better place year after year. You are one big family!! GO CATS!
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