Brilliant School, a rural Union County NJ high school serving grades PK–12, enrolled 268 students with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, ranking among the top 20% in Alabama for community size and student attention.
The overall state ranking declined notably from #179 in 2018 to #687 in 2023, reflecting reduced comparative performance over recent years.
Math proficiency fell from 65–69% in 2018 to 15–19% in 2023, significantly lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency remained approximately equal to the state average at 45–49%.
Minority enrollment stood at 6% in 2023, with free lunch eligibility rising sharply from 55% in 2022 to 75% in 2023, indicating increasing socioeconomic challenges.
The graduation rate held steady at 80% from 2019 to 2023 but remained below the state average of 88%, consistently placing in the bottom 50% statewide.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brilliant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Brilliant School's student population of 258 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Brilliant 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 Brilliant School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#687 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
94%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
53%
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: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brilliant School's ranking?
Brilliant School is ranked #687 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brilliant School?
The graduation rate of Brilliant School is 80%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Brilliant School?
258 students attend Brilliant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brilliant School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brilliant School?
Brilliant School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brilliant School offer ?
Brilliant School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brilliant School part of?
Brilliant School is part of Marion County School District.
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