Samson High School ranked #1073 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #528 in 2015, placing it in the bottom 50% for overall testing performance among New Jersey high schools.
Math proficiency at Samson High School was 10% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency ranged from 20–29%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was 11–19%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased from 241 students in 2018 to 189 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady around 24%, and 71% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic challenges common in Union County NJ high schools.
Samson High School served grades 9–12 with 191 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 as of 2023, showing a relatively stable faculty size of about 11–12 teachers over recent years.
The graduation rate remained strong at 90% in 2023, slightly higher than the Alabama state average of 88%, ranking Samson High School in the top 50% for graduation rates within its district.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Samson High School's student population of 183 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Samson 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 Samson High School is 0.42, 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
#1073 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
8%
31%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samson High School's ranking?
Samson High School is ranked #1073 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Samson High School often compared to?
Samson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geneva County High School, Geneva High School, Slocomb High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Samson High School?
The graduation rate of Samson High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Samson High School?
183 students attend Samson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Samson High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samson High School?
Samson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Samson High School offer ?
Samson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samson High School part of?
Samson High School is part of Geneva County School District.
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