Is McAdory High School a good school?

McAdory High School ranks in the bottom 18.0% of Alabama high schools.

How many students attend McAdory High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,162 students attended McAdory High School.

What is the racial makeup of McAdory High School?

Students at McAdory High School are 59% African American, 22% White, 17% Hispanic.

What schools feed into McAdory High School?

McAdory High School is fed by the following schools: Elementary : Lipscomb Elementary School Elementary : McAdory Elementary School Elementary : McCalla Elementary School Middle : McAdory Middle School

McAdory High School

Summary:

McAdory High School is a public high school in Mc Calla, Alabama, serving grades 9-12 and part of the Jefferson County school district. The school has seen a decline in its White student population, with the percentage of African American students increasing in recent years.

Academically, McAdory High School consistently ranks in the bottom third of Alabama high schools, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its proficiency rates on state assessments are significantly below the state and district averages, with only 5.96% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to the state average of 23.12% and the Jefferson County average of 10.42%. The school has a high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, with 72.55% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

When compared to nearby schools, such as Hueytown High School and Midfield High School, both in the Jefferson County district, McAdory High School performs at a lower academic level. However, the school's performance for certain subgroups, such as African American and Hispanic students, as well as students with special needs and English language learners, is relatively stronger compared to the overall school performance.

Detail:

Public 9-12

4800 McAdory School Rd
Mc Calla, AL 35111-3438

(205) 379-4700

District: Jefferson County

SchoolDigger Rank:
310^th of 378 Alabama High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,839

Feeder schools for McAdory High School:

Elementary:	Lipscomb Elementary School
	McAdory Elementary School
	McCalla Elementary School
Middle:	McAdory Middle School

Student/teacher ratio: 17.6

Number of students: 1,162

Racial breakdown:

African American:

59.1%

White:

22.3%

Hispanic:

17.4%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 72.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details McAdory High School ranks worse than 82% of high schools in Alabama. It also ranks 7^th among 13 ranked high schools in the Jefferson County School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 18.27. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at McAdory High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at McAdory High School is diverse. Racial makeup is: African American (59.1%), White (22.3%), Hispanic (17.4%). (See more...)

Compare Details 72.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at McAdory High School is 17.6, which is the 6^th best among 13 high schools in the Jefferson County School District. (See more...)

Compare McAdory High School employs 66 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at McAdory High School is $8,839. 11 high schools in the Jefferson County School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

McAdory High School:

SchoolDigger ranks McAdory High School 310^th of 378 Alabama public high schools. (See McAdory High School in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Special Education students:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

Male students:

African American students:

Hispanic students:

White students:

Jefferson County:

SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson County 97^th of 137 Alabama school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for McAdory High School

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Rank History for all students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2004	43.52	233^rd	357	34.7%
2005	35.66	283^rd	359	21.2%
2006	40.61	261^st	357	26.9%
2007	28.57	301^st	358	15.9%
2008	31.49	297^th	359	17.3%
2009	43.09	240^th	357	32.8%
2010	23.26	317^th	358	11.5%
2011	34.98	283^rd	360	21.4%
2012	33.12	291^st	358	18.7%
2013	33.70	317^th	358	11.5%
2014	22.76	284^th	358	20.7%
2015	21.02	289^th	353	18.1%
2016	24.55	274^th	351	21.9%
2017	20.75	285^th	353	19.3%
2018	22.35	277^th	356	22.2%
2019	27.16	268^th	366	26.8%
2021	25.75	284^th	371	23.5%
2022	25.36	281^st	367	23.4%
2023	25.16	284^th	371	23.5%
2024	18.27	310^th	378	18.0%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	28.08	23^rd	43	46.5%
2024	32.72	43^rd	63	31.7%

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Rank History for Special Education students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2018	27.09	120^th	160	25.0%
2019	30.71	125^th	171	26.9%
2021	90.63	11^th	196	94.4%
2022	33.58	114^th	169	32.5%
2023	71.34	36^th	182	80.2%
2024	30.80	138^th	198	30.3%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2017	13.41	306^th	315	2.9%
2018	18.13	293^rd	349	16.0%
2019	32.22	244^th	358	31.8%
2021	26.32	276^th	361	23.5%
2022	15.57	324^th	361	10.2%
2023	24.35	273^rd	349	21.8%
2024	14.47	352^nd	375	6.1%

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Rank History for Female students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2017	20.29	280^th	343	18.4%
2018	20.91	275^th	347	20.7%
2019	29.24	253^rd	354	28.5%
2021	25.56	268^th	359	25.3%
2022	25.98	277^th	367	24.5%
2023	25.73	264^th	358	26.3%
2024	20.64	297^th	366	18.9%

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Rank History for Male students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2017	22.34	272^nd	339	19.8%
2018	25.47	269^th	350	23.1%
2019	25.30	265^th	357	25.8%
2021	26.07	278^th	366	24.0%
2022	26.12	273^rd	366	25.4%
2023	24.11	275^th	358	23.2%
2024	16.25	316^th	368	14.1%

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Rank History for African American students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2017	30.75	136^th	189	28.0%
2018	35.70	141^st	223	36.8%
2019	35.55	141^st	224	37.1%
2021	39.88	124^th	228	45.6%
2022	35.02	136^th	222	38.7%
2023	41.90	118^th	224	47.3%
2024	36.21	138^th	231	40.3%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2017	10.87	90^th	93	3.2%
2018	23.38	73^rd	95	23.2%
2019	47.88	44^th	103	57.3%
2021	17.50	100^th	113	11.5%
2022	14.39	104^th	114	8.8%
2023	21.70	102^nd	122	16.4%
2024	20.35	118^th	139	15.1%

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Rank History for White students at McAdory High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AL State Percentile
2017	34.27	142^nd	230	38.3%
2018	30.59	211^th	300	29.7%
2019	33.08	211^th	313	32.6%
2021	29.24	222^nd	319	30.4%
2022	28.75	236^th	326	27.6%
2023	22.68	248^th	317	21.8%
2024	14.69	302^nd	325	7.1%

See the entire list of Best Alabama High Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Alabama State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Alabama State Department of Education

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by a parent
Saturday, January 21, 2012

Terrible school. Have watched its steady decline over the past several years. Great schools.org rated this school a "4" out of a possible "10." Read the reviews on their website-they speak for themselves. Do not send your child to this school if you want about them to receive an above average education-School is out of control-stronger leadership needed-more time utilized in disciplining then educating. Close Quote

Enrollment information for McAdory High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1988	0	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	1907	1907
1989	1591	371	4	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	1968
1990	1581	391	3	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	1975
1991	1638	411	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	2049
1992	1679	446	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	2127
1993	1637	415	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	2054
1994	1632	409	2	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	2045
1995	1566	432	2	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	2002
1996	1566	432	2	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	2002
1997	987	327	4	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	1319
1998	943	350	4	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	1298
1999	940	368	5	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	1314
2000	984	518	2	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	1506
2001	952	524	0	8	2	n/a	n/a	1	1487
2002	879	528	10	9	1	n/a	n/a	0	1427
2003	879	528	10	9	1	n/a	n/a	0	1427
2004	839	521	5	17	2	n/a	n/a	0	1384
2005	886	571	4	29	2	n/a	n/a	0	1492
2006	864	609	6	46	1	n/a	n/a	0	1526
2007	866	675	4	46	1	n/a	n/a	0	1592
2008	863	696	4	54	2	n/a	n/a	0	1619
2009	845	717	3	67	2	n/a	n/a	0	1634
2010	838	720	3	84	2	n/a	n/a	0	1647
2011	439	396	2	42	0	0	1	0	880
2012	446	424	3	45	0	0	1	0	919
2013	447	448	2	58	0	0	4	0	959
2014	466	449	3	51	0	0	6	0	975
2015	461	455	3	72	1	0	11	0	1003
2016	428	498	6	99	1	0	0	0	1032
2017	422	542	3	115	3	1	0	0	1086
2018	383	537	5	131	1	1	0	0	1058
2019	362	548	4	123	2	1	2	0	1042
2020	360	559	4	132	1	1	2	0	1059
2021	325	566	6	160	1	0	2	0	1060
2022	297	656	3	178	2	0	6	0	1142
2023	259	687	4	202	1	0	9	0	1162

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at McAdory High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	1907	93.0	20.5	0
1989	1968	98.0	20.0	n/a
1990	1975	98.0	20.1	0
1991	2049	104.0	19.7	n/a
1992	2127	105.0	20.2	n/a
1993	2054	112.0	18.3	n/a
1994	2045	110.0	18.6	n/a
1995	2002	114.0	17.6	n/a
1996	2002	114.0	17.6	n/a
1997	1319	72.6	18.2	20.6
1998	1298	77.5	16.7	23.3
1999	1314	85.0	15.5	30.9
2000	1506	93.0	16.2	30.4
2001	1487	80.0	18.6	38
2002	1427	79.5	17.9	38.8
2003	1427	79.5	17.9	38.8
2004	1384	81.5	17.0	38.5
2005	1492	82.5	18.1	41.1
2006	1526	80.0	19.1	41.3
2007	1592	85.0	18.7	39.7
2008	1619	91.5	17.7	38.7
2009	1634	93.2	17.4	35
2010	1647	103.9	15.8	42
2011	880	53.8	16.3	40.2
2012	919	53.0	17.3	48
2013	959	55.1	17.3	45.8
2014	975	51.3	18.9	39.7
2015	1003	53.0	18.9	42
2016	1032	54.0	19.1	35.2
2017	1086	54.5	19.9	48.5
2018	1058	57.5	18.4	50.7
2019	1042	55.5	18.7	53.6
2020	1059	55.0	19.2	58.9
2021	1060	58.6	18.0	60.7
2022	1142	53.6	21.3	43.2
2023	1162	66.0	17.6	72.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio McAdory High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	1907	93.0	20.5	0
1989	1968	98.0	20.0	n/a
1990	1975	98.0	20.1	0
1991	2049	104.0	19.7	n/a
1992	2127	105.0	20.2	n/a
1993	2054	112.0	18.3	n/a
1994	2045	110.0	18.6	n/a
1995	2002	114.0	17.6	n/a
1996	2002	114.0	17.6	n/a
1997	1319	72.6	18.2	20.6
1998	1298	77.5	16.7	23.3
1999	1314	85.0	15.5	30.9
2000	1506	93.0	16.2	30.4
2001	1487	80.0	18.6	38
2002	1427	79.5	17.9	38.8
2003	1427	79.5	17.9	38.8
2004	1384	81.5	17.0	38.5
2005	1492	82.5	18.1	41.1
2006	1526	80.0	19.1	41.3
2007	1592	85.0	18.7	39.7
2008	1619	91.5	17.7	38.7
2009	1634	93.2	17.4	35
2010	1647	103.9	15.8	42
2011	880	53.8	16.3	40.2
2012	919	53.0	17.3	48
2013	959	55.1	17.3	45.8
2014	975	51.3	18.9	39.7
2015	1003	53.0	18.9	42
2016	1032	54.0	19.1	35.2
2017	1086	54.5	19.9	48.5
2018	1058	57.5	18.4	50.7
2019	1042	55.5	18.7	53.6
2020	1059	55.0	19.2	58.9
2021	1060	58.6	18.0	60.7
2022	1142	53.6	21.3	43.2
2023	1162	66.0	17.6	72.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for McAdory High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$665 (7.5%)	$8,156 (92.3%)	$8,839

Data source: Alabama Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on McAdory High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 268^th of 366 High schools	Ranks 284^th of 371 High schools	3.3%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
End of Course Mathematics (McAdory High School)	25	10	15%
End of Course Mathematics (Jefferson County)	33.1	10.9	22.2%
End of Course Mathematics (Alabama)	42.5	23.6	19%
End of Course Science (McAdory High School)	24.6	16.2	8.4%
End of Course Science (Jefferson County)	36.2	20	16.2%
End of Course Science (Alabama)	42.6	31.7	10.9%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	1042	1162	11.5%
African American	548	687	25.4%
American Indian	2	1	50%
Asian	4	4
Hispanic	123	202	64.2%
Pacific Islander	1	0	100%
White	362	259	28.5%
Two or More Races	2	9	350%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	53.6%	72.5%	18.9%

Schools Near McAdory High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Summative Assessment Mathematics (2024)	Summative Assessment Science (2024)	Summative Assessment English (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Summative Assessment Mathematics 11th Grade	Summative Assessment Science 11th Grade	Summative Assessment English 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
McAdory High School	Public	9-12	4800 McAdory School Rd	Mc Calla	35111	Jefferson County	Jefferson County	No	No	No	No	(205) 379-4700	1,162	66	17.6	72.5%	259 (22.3%)	687 (59.1%)	202 (17.4%)	4 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (0.8%)	18.3	310^th of 378 public high schools	18.0%		25.2	284^th of 371 public high schools	23.5%	26	6.0	16.2	8.7	$8,839	$665	$8,156
Bessemer City High School	Public	9-12	4950 Premiere Parkway	Bessemer	35022	Jefferson County	Bessemer City	No	No	No	Yes	(205) 432-3700	850	37	22.9	60.7%	9 (1.1%)	688 (80.9%)	131 (15.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (2.5%)	16.8	318^th of 378 public high schools	15.9%		12.6	342^nd of 371 public high schools	7.8%	24	3.2	16.1	9.1	$9,771	$1,979	$7,776
Bessemer Center For Technology	Public	9-12	4940 Premiere Parkway	Bessemer	35022	Jefferson County	Bessemer City	No	No	No	No	(205) 432-3805	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
New Horizon Alternative School	Public	7-12	1701 6th Ave N	Bessemer	35020	Jefferson County	Bessemer City	No	No	No	No	(205) 432-3036	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Hueytown High School	Public	9-12	4881 15th Street Road	Hueytown	35023	Jefferson County	Jefferson County	No	No	No	No	(205) 379-4150	1,210	51	23.7	78.7%	329 (27.2%)	675 (55.8%)	180 (14.9%)	6 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	19 (1.6%)	18.7	308^th of 378 public high schools	18.5%		21	300^th of 371 public high schools	19.1%	8	4.0	15.0	12.3	$8,484	$737	$7,729
Helena High School	Public	9-12	1310 Hillsboro Parkway	Helena	35080	Shelby County	Shelby County	No	No	No	No	(205) 682-3650	1,418	77	18.4	27.9%	1,016 (71.7%)	225 (15.9%)	123 (8.7%)	19 (1.3%)	5 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	29 (2.0%)	91	32^nd of 378 public high schools	91.5%		90.2	37^th of 371 public high schools	90.0%	5	40.4	55.3	36.7	$8,579	$631	$7,932
Crossroads School	Public	6-12	1085 Buccaneer Drive	Hoover	35244	Jefferson County	Hoover City	No	No	No	No	(205) 439-1800	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Hoover High School	Public	9-12	1000 Buccaneer Drive	Hoover	35244	Jefferson County	Hoover City	No	No	No	No	(205) 439-1200	2,841	181	15.6	32.3%	1,480 (52.1%)	793 (27.9%)	265 (9.3%)	198 (7.0%)	4 (0.1%)	1 (0.0%)	100 (3.5%)	97	13^th of 378 public high schools	96.6%		96.6	16^th of 371 public high schools	95.7%	3	50.1	58.8	46.5	$11,758	$943	$10,814
Midfield Area Vocational Department	Public	9-12	1600 High School Dr	Midfield	35228	Jefferson County	Midfield City	No	No	No	No	(205) 923-2833	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Midfield High School	Public	9-12	1600 High School Rd	Midfield	35228	Jefferson County	Midfield City	No	No	No	Yes	(205) 923-2834	340	20	17.0	86.8%	2 (0.6%)	315 (92.6%)	20 (5.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.9%)	9.9	366^th of 378 public high schools	3.2%		9.1	360^th of 371 public high schools	3.0%	6	1.3	6.5	5.4	$12,982	$1,936	$11,042

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