Serving 1,215 students in grades 9-12, Pell City 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 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,215 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Graduation Rate
: 82% (Btm 50% in AL)
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 21% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 27% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 28% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Pell City 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 Pell City High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Pell City High School is the only high school serving the Pell City
School system.
The school offers an advanced diploma track that allows students to
take honors classes in math, and the sciences, and honors or AP
classes in english, and history. The school also offers an
excellent gifted program. Generally however the school is not
considered on par academically with some of the larger Birmingham
area schools such as Hoover High School and Mountain Brook High
School.
Sports: The Pell City School colors are black and Gold and
their mascot is the Panthers. The Panthers participate in 6A level
sports and are one of the smallest schools in the Division. Despite
this their football team has continually advanced to the playoffs
since 2003 under the leadership of head coach and athletic director
Jay Brown. The Panthers also field teams in; men's and woman's
Soccer, and Basketball, Baseball, and Softball, Men's Golf, and
Woman's Volleyball. Their band is a top rated performer. The
"Marching Band of Gold" regularly competes on the state band
circuit and regulary bring home honors. Finally they field several
academic teams including Scholars Bowl and Math Team.
Clubs: Pell City High School offers many after and during
school clubs. Year book and the school newspaper called the
"Panther Paw" are two popular one. In addition the School offers
National Beta Club, Key Club, S.A.D.D (Students against Destructive
Decisions) and many more.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pell City High School?
The graduation rate of Pell City High School is 82%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pell City High School?
1,215 students attend Pell City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pell City High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% 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 Pell City High School?
Pell City High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pell City High School offer ?
Pell City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pell City High School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,215 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Graduation Rate
: 82% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 21% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 27% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 28% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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