WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL
Wenonah High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Birmingham City school district, located in Birmingham, AL with about 736 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, Wenonah High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Wenonah High School is a public secondary school located in the western portion of Birmingham, Alabama, and is a key institution within the Birmingham City Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is deeply rooted in the local community and is often recognized for its strong emphasis on spirit, tradition, and student engagement. The school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness.
Beyond its academic offerings, Wenonah High School is well-known for its athletic tradition, particularly its competitive basketball and football programs, which serve as a major focal point for school and community pride. The administration and faculty strive to cultivate an environment that fosters personal growth and leadership, encouraging students to participate in clubs, arts, and community service initiatives. By providing a blend of traditional instruction and supportive resources, the school aims to empower its students to overcome local challenges and achieve success as they transition into adulthood.
For more information, contact Wenonah High School at (205) 231-1675 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Birmingham, AL 35221-1303
(205) 231-1675
http://www.bhm.k12.al.us/wenonah
WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Birmingham, AL with about 736 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Birmingham City
- Total Students:
- 736
- Teachers:
- 45
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 736 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 96% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 95.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.4%
- Two or more races
- 0.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- White
- 0.4%
- Female
- 51.2%
- Male
- 48.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.