School Overview
Mattie T. Blount High School, located in Eight Mile, Alabama, serves as a central educational institution within the Mobile County Public School System. Known for its strong focus on academic achievement and community engagement, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is deeply rooted in local traditions and is widely recognized for its vibrant extracurricular activities, particularly its competitive athletic programs and marching band, which serve as a significant source of pride for the surrounding community.

Beyond its academic offerings, Blount High School places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and civic responsibility. The school leverages its resources to offer various career-technical programs and advanced placement opportunities, aiming to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By bridging traditional classroom instruction with practical skill-building, Mattie T. Blount High School strives to empower its graduates to become productive and contributing members of the broader Mobile County area and beyond.
1,176
Total Students
58.0
Full-Time Teachers
20.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mattie T Blount High School
Demographic Student Count
White14
Hispanic24
Black1,123
Asian4
Two or More11
  • Black
    1,123 (95.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    24 (2.0 %)
  • White
    14 (1.2 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (0.9 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Mobile County
Phone: (251)221-3070
Website: http://blount.mcs.schoolinsites.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,176
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 821
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 358
Grade 10 280
Grade 11 273
Grade 12 265

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Mattie T Blount High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9358
Grade 10280
Grade 11273
Grade 12265
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Mattie T Blount High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female63554%
Male54146%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)