SIPSEY VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Sipsey Valley High School is a public high school that is part of the Tuscaloosa County school district, located in Buhl, AL with about 503 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, Sipsey Valley High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Sipsey Valley High School, located in Buhl, Alabama, is a public secondary school operating under the Tuscaloosa County School System. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is situated in a rural setting that provides a close-knit community atmosphere. The school is known for its commitment to academic development and fostering a supportive environment for its student body, aiming to prepare graduates for success in both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Sipsey Valley High School emphasizes student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations. These offerings are designed to promote school spirit, leadership, and personal growth. As part of the broader Tuscaloosa County district, the school utilizes district-wide resources and curriculum standards to ensure that students receive a consistent and competitive education within the state of Alabama.

For more information, contact Sipsey Valley High School at (205) 342-2850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

15815 Romulus Rd
Buhl, AL 35446
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SIPSEY VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Buhl, AL with about 503 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Tuscaloosa County
Total Students:
503
Teachers:
28.05
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
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 503 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SIPSEY VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
71.4%
Black or African American
21.1%
Hispanic/Latino
4.8%
Two or more races
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%
Asian
0.4%

Female
45.7%
Male
54.3%

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.