LEE HIGH SCHOOL

Lee High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Huntsville City school district, located in Huntsville, AL with about 776 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 51 teachers, Lee High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Lee High School, located on Meridian Street in Huntsville, Alabama, is a prominent secondary institution within the Huntsville City Schools district. Known for its rich history and deep roots in the community, the school serves a diverse student body by offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and career-technical programs. The school is committed to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education or enter the workforce immediately upon graduation.

In recent years, the school has placed a significant emphasis on modernization and academic excellence, fostering an environment that encourages student growth and technological literacy. By integrating traditional instruction with innovative learning opportunities, Lee High School aims to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience. Through its mission to inspire and equip its students, the school remains a vital pillar of the Huntsville community, dedicated to fostering both personal development and academic achievement.

For more information, contact Lee High School at (256) 428-8150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2500 Meridian St
Huntsville, AL 35811-1892
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LEE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Huntsville, AL with about 776 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Huntsville City
Total Students:
776
Teachers:
51.5
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 776 students

Black or African American
63.8%
White
21.3%
Hispanic/Latino
8.1%
Two or more races
6.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Asian
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%

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.