Mortimer Jordan High School
861 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Mortimer Jordan High School, located in Kimberly, Alabama, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Jefferson County School District. The school is deeply rooted in the local community, famously represented by its mascot, the "Blue Devil," and maintains a strong focus on balancing academic achievement with a vibrant school spirit. The campus serves as a central hub for students in the northern part of the county, providing a comprehensive high school experience that emphasizes both scholastic development and extracurricular engagement.
The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a range of college preparatory coursework alongside various athletic, arts, and career-technical programs. Through its commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, Mortimer Jordan High aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped with the skills necessary for the modern workforce or higher education. With a reputation for community pride and active alumni involvement, the school remains a cornerstone of the Kimberly area, consistently striving to uphold its educational standards and tradition of excellence.
The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a range of college preparatory coursework alongside various athletic, arts, and career-technical programs. Through its commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, Mortimer Jordan High aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped with the skills necessary for the modern workforce or higher education. With a reputation for community pride and active alumni involvement, the school remains a cornerstone of the Kimberly area, consistently striving to uphold its educational standards and tradition of excellence.
861
Total Students
48.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 701 |
| Hispanic | 41 |
| Black | 102 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 7 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White701 (81.4 %)
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Black102 (11.8 %)
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Hispanic41 (4.8 %)
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Two or More7 (0.8 %)
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American Indian4 (0.5 %)
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Asian3 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (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: | Jefferson County |
| Phone: | (205)379-4850 |
| Website: | http://www.jefcoed.com/MortimerJordanHS |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 861 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 309 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
247
Grade 10
218
Grade 11
204
Grade 12
192
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 247 |
| Grade 10 | 218 |
| Grade 11 | 204 |
| Grade 12 | 192 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 419 | 48.7% |
| Male | 442 | 51.3% |
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