Ensley High School–magnet in Birmingham, Alabama, closed in 2007 and last served grades 9–12 with an enrollment of 855 students and a student–teacher ratio of 14:1.
The school's math proficiency was reported at 65%, higher than the state average of 30% in 2023 but showed significant fluctuations over recent years.
Reading proficiency stood at 55% in 2022, higher than the state average of 47%, with a declining trend from earlier years when proficiency was over 90%.
Minority enrollment was predominantly Black (854 students) with minimal Hispanic representation (1 student), and a majority of students (65%) qualified for free lunch, indicating a high level of economic need.
Graduation rates ranged from 80% to 91% between 2013 and 2023, generally exceeding the state average but with irregular reporting that includes a notable outlier.
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School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
855 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions How many students attend Ensley High School-magnet?
855 students attend Ensley High School-magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ensley High School-magnet students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ensley High School-magnet?
Ensley High School-magnet has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ensley High School-magnet offer ?
Ensley High School-magnet offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ensley High School-magnet part of?
Ensley High School-magnet is part of Birmingham City School District.
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