James Clemens High School

11306 County Line Road
Madison, AL 35756

www.jchs.madisoncity.k12.al.us

2,149 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

James Clemens High School, located in Madison, Alabama, is a prominent public secondary institution serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Madison City Schools district, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its robust preparation for students pursuing post-secondary education. The campus is known for its modern facilities and a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes STEM education, advanced placement (AP) courses, and a variety of career-technical pathways designed to equip students with real-world skills.

Beyond academics, James Clemens High School boasts a vibrant extracurricular culture that plays a significant role in student life. The "Jets" community is highly active in competitive athletics, award-winning fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. By fostering a supportive environment that balances high-level scholarly expectations with community engagement and school spirit, James Clemens aims to develop well-rounded graduates who are prepared for the challenges of college and professional careers.

2,149

Total Students

119.8

Full-Time Teachers

17.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James Clemens High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,218
Hispanic	180
Black	426
Asian	213
Two or More	96
American Indian	12
Pacific Islander	4

White
1,218 (56.7 %)
Black
426 (19.8 %)
Asian
213 (9.9 %)
Hispanic
180 (8.4 %)
Two or More
96 (4.5 %)
American Indian
12 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2 %)

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:	Madison City
Phone:	(256)216-5313
Website:	http://www.jchs.madisoncity.k12.al.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,149
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	119.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	441
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	62

* 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 9 494

Grade 10 537

Grade 11 576

Grade 12 542