Huntsville High School

2304 Billie Watkins St SW
Huntsville, AL 35801

www.huntsvillecityschools.org

1,826 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Huntsville High School, located at 2304 Billie Watkins SW in Huntsville, Alabama, is a prominent institution within the Huntsville City Schools district. As one of the oldest and largest high schools in the area, it serves as a central hub for academic and extracurricular life, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is well-regarded for its long-standing tradition of excellence, fostering a rigorous learning environment supported by a dedicated faculty and a diverse student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, Huntsville High School is known for its vibrant campus culture and extensive extracurricular programs. Students have access to a wide array of athletic teams, fine arts programs, clubs, and service organizations, which play a significant role in developing leadership and community spirit. By maintaining a strong connection to the broader Huntsville community and leveraging the resources provided by the Huntsville City Schools district, the school continues to be a staple of the region, emphasizing both student achievement and holistic personal development.

1,826

Total Students

99.7

Full-Time Teachers

18.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Huntsville High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,148
Hispanic	150
Black	395
Asian	23
Two or More	91
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	8

White
1,148 (62.9 %)
Black
395 (21.6 %)
Hispanic
150 (8.2 %)
Two or More
91 (5.0 %)
Asian
23 (1.3 %)
American Indian
11 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
8 (0.4 %)

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:	Huntsville City
Phone:	(256)428-8050
Website:	http://www.huntsvillecityschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,826
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	99.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	584
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 511

Grade 10 464

Grade 11 444

Grade 12 407