PHILLIPS HIGH SCHOOL
Phillips High School is a public high school that is part of the Marion County school district, located in Bear Creek, AL with about 229 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Phillips High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Phillips High School, located in Bear Creek, Alabama, serves as a central educational institution within the Marion County School District. As a smaller, community-focused school, it provides comprehensive academic programs for students in the surrounding rural area, emphasizing both core curriculum requirements and opportunities for extracurricular engagement. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student achievement and preparation for post-graduation pathways, whether those lead to higher education or the workforce.
The school’s official website serves as a vital resource for students, parents, and faculty, offering updates on district policies, academic calendars, and athletic events. By maintaining a focus on traditional educational values alongside modern administrative transparency, Phillips High School strives to provide a stable learning environment that helps its students succeed within the broader context of Marion County’s educational system. Its presence in Bear Creek is a cornerstone for local families, anchoring the community through academic development and school spirit.
For more information, contact Phillips High School at (205) 486-3737 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bear Creek, AL 35543-4720
(205) 486-3737
http://phs.mcbe.net
PHILLIPS HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Bear Creek, AL with about 229 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Marion County
- Total Students:
- 229
- Teachers:
- 11.88
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I 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 229 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PHILLIPS HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 90.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.3%
- Black or African American
- 1.3%
- Two or more races
- 0.9%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- Female
- 42.8%
- Male
- 57.2%
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.