Paul W. Bryant High School serves grades 9 through 12 and is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, forming part of the Tuscaloosa City Schools. The school is named after former Alabama Crimson Tide football head coach Paul William "Bear" Bryant.
Serving 1,072 students in grades 9-12, Paul W Bryant 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 6% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul W Bryant High School's student population of 1,072 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,072 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Paul W Bryant 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 Paul W Bryant High School is 0.24, 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
#1223 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
87%
32%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stampy The Elephant
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul W Bryant High School's ranking?
Paul W Bryant High School is ranked #1223 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Paul W Bryant High School often compared to?
Paul W Bryant High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul W Bryant High School?
The graduation rate of Paul W Bryant High School is 89%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Paul W Bryant High School?
1,072 students attend Paul W Bryant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Paul W Bryant High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul W Bryant High School?
Paul W Bryant High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paul W Bryant High School offer ?
Paul W Bryant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul W Bryant High School part of?
Paul W Bryant High School is part of Tuscaloosa City School District.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2014
School here at PWBHS is ok. Teachers need to be more strict with students and we need to have more freedom in school. the band is awesome! if you want to come to an award winning band, id reccomend PWBHS to be the school for you. We've won hundereds of trophies
5 2/23/2011
Paul W. Bryant is a nice school. Just like any other school, it just depends on who you hang out with. I attend this school and i love it!
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