Mattie T Blount High School
1,176 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 24 |
| Black | 1,123 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 11 |
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Black1,123 (95.5 %)
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Hispanic24 (2.0 %)
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White14 (1.2 %)
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Two or More11 (0.9 %)
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Asian4 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 358 |
| Grade 10 | 280 |
| Grade 11 | 273 |
| Grade 12 | 265 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 635 | 54% |
| Male | 541 | 46% |
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