Claychalkville High School, an active Union County NJ high school serving grades 9–12, enrolled approximately 1,388 students with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023.
The school's state ranking declined from #541 in 2010 to #1212 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency was 6%, reading proficiency 13%, and science proficiency 13%, all lower than the Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively, with consistent downward trends since 2013.
Minority enrollment was 92% with a high percentage (690 students) eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic challenges in this Pinson, AL community.
Graduation rate was 85% in 2023, below the Alabama state average of 88% and district average of 90%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claychalkville High School's student population of 1,377 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claychalkville 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 Claychalkville High School is 0.32, 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
#1212 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
82%
31%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Clay-Chalkville High School (CCHS) is an United States highschool which was established on August 14, 1996 in Pinson, AL. The school is the largest of 17 high schools in the Jefferson County School System, the second-largest of 127 school systems in the state of Alabama.
- Facilities: The school was designed by David Volkert and others. It is a one-level building with classrooms, computer labs, science labs, a choral room, a band room, a media center, a fine arts room, a video production studio, a food court, practice and spectator gymnasiums, auditorium, and spaces for parking. The school has fields for baseball, softball, football, and practice. Stadium seating was removed from the old Shades Valley High School and repaired for Clay-Chalkville High. The 9,880 sq. ft. media center is a focal point for the school. It overlooks an outdoor amphitheatre through a curved wall of windows. The auditorium has a fully complemented stage with fly tower and scene room.
- Sports: In 1999, the Cougars' football team won the 6A state championship. In 2003, the Cougars' baseball team won the 6A state championship. Women's and men's basketball teams have also advanced to post season games throughout the school's short history. The softball and baseball teams are usually well ranked, and the baseball team has won a state championship. The school also has golf, tennis, track, cross country, cheerleading, wrestling, soccer, and volleyball teams.
- Notable Former Athletes: B.K. Young - Former Football Player at Jacksonville State University Matt Collins - Football Player at the University of Alabama and currently the starting Middle Linebacker. Nathan Farrow - Football Player at Auburn University and currently 2nd string guard. Caleb Waid - Former Football Player at Maryville College. Jeff Jones - Football Player at Jacksonville State University currently in the rotation at defensive tackle. Terrel Smith - Football Player at Tennessee State University currently in the rotation at safety. Spencer Jones - Football Player at Samford University currently redshirted.
- Student Life: Official student organizations include: Ambassadors, Band, Choir, Dance Team, Debate, DECA, FBLA, First Priority, French Club, Heritage Panel, Latin Club, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, Peer Helpers, Quill and Scroll, Scholar's Bowl, Spanish Club, Student Council, and Thespians.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claychalkville High School's ranking?
Claychalkville High School is ranked #1212 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Claychalkville High School often compared to?
Claychalkville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinson Valley 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 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claychalkville High School?
The graduation rate of Claychalkville High School is 85%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Claychalkville High School?
1,377 students attend Claychalkville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Claychalkville High School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claychalkville High School?
Claychalkville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Claychalkville High School offer ?
Claychalkville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claychalkville High School part of?
Claychalkville High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
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