Huffman High Schoolmagnet, a Birmingham public magnet school serving grades 8–12, ranked #1263 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #1147 in 2014 and fluctuating around the bottom 50% over recent years.
Math proficiency was 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, declining from 71% in 2013; reading proficiency was 4%, lower than the state average of 47%, following a downward trend since 2013; science proficiency was 7%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 1,120 to 1,150 students with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 in 2023; minority enrollment was approximately 99%, predominantly Black (not Hispanic) at 971 out of 1,123 students, reflecting consistent demographic concentration.
The school had a graduation rate of 88% in 2023, equal to the state average, improving from 70% in 2013 and exceeding the district average of 79%.
Free lunch eligibility increased to 64% in recent years, up from 34% in 1999, indicating rising socioeconomic need among the student body at this Birmingham high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huffman High Schoolmagnet's student population of 1,094 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,094 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Green, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Huffman High Schoolmagnet 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 Huffman High Schoolmagnet is 0.23, 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
#1263 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
87%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Huffman High School is a secondary school located in Birmingham, Alabama. The school colors are orange and green. The school's athletic teams are known as the Vikings.
- Notable alumni: Notable alumni of Huffman High School include: Ruben Studdard, winner of the American Idol second season.
- The school holds the national title for best drum majors, danceline, percussion & the second ranked band in the United States according to the 2006 National High School High-Stepping Championship.
- Andre Smith, the first offensive lineman to win Mr. Football in the state of Alabama, graduated in 2006. He is now the starting left tackle for the Alabama Crimson Tide football team and was the number one rated high school offensive lineman in 2006.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huffman High Schoolmagnet's ranking?
Huffman High Schoolmagnet is ranked #1263 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Huffman High Schoolmagnet often compared to?
Huffman High Schoolmagnetis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn High Schoolmagnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Huffman High Schoolmagnet?
The graduation rate of Huffman High Schoolmagnet is 88%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Huffman High Schoolmagnet?
1,094 students attend Huffman High Schoolmagnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Huffman High Schoolmagnet students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huffman High Schoolmagnet?
Huffman High Schoolmagnet has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Huffman High Schoolmagnet offer ?
Huffman High Schoolmagnet offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huffman High Schoolmagnet part of?
Huffman High Schoolmagnet is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Huffman High Schoolmagnet located?
Huffman High Schoolmagnet is located in the Spring Lake neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Spring Lake.
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