Serving 525 students in grades 7-12, Jb Pennington 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 13% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jb Pennington High School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Jb Pennington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jb Pennington High School is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#926 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
76%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jb Pennington High School's ranking?
Jb Pennington High School is ranked #926 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jb Pennington High School often compared to?
Jb Pennington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan Moore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jb Pennington High School?
The graduation rate of Jb Pennington High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jb Pennington High School?
525 students attend Jb Pennington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jb Pennington High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jb Pennington High School?
Jb Pennington High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jb Pennington High School offer ?
Jb Pennington High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jb Pennington High School part of?
Jb Pennington High School is part of Blount County School District.
School Reviews
1 4/26/2021
Other than the few staff members that truly care about a child's educational atmosphere and experience within it, this is by far the worst school in the Blount County Schools system. My judgement is based on staff character, academic curriculum, overall student's college readiness, accessibility for minorities (racial, physical, mental, etcetera), and lastly, the complaints of previous and current student body. Parents, if you are considering enrolling your child in this school I beg you to seek out better options. The only benefits this school has is an outstanding sports program and newly constructed facilities. If you value your child's education and mental health whatsoever, consider a different institution. April, 2021
2 9/23/2014
Common Core Math is killing my childrens love for math. The lack of interest in spelling is a terrible thing. My girls are in the 5th grade in BES. I will have to say that if I don't see an improvement in the curriculum and see more opportunities for the students to suceed I will pull my child out. My children need to be prepared for college. That is my top priority.
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