J F Shields High School
197 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
J.F. Shields High School is a public secondary school located in the rural community of Beatrice, Alabama. As part of the Monroe County School District, the institution serves as an educational hub for the local student population, emphasizing a commitment to academic growth, community engagement, and the development of student character. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards while preparing students for post-secondary opportunities, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education.
Beyond the classroom, J.F. Shields High School plays a vital role in the cultural life of Beatrice, often serving as a focal point for local spirit and extracurricular involvement. The school maintains a digital presence through its official website, which provides students, parents, and community members with essential resources, including academic calendars, school policies, and updates on athletic or extracurricular events. By fostering an environment rooted in the traditions of its surrounding community, the school strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal and academic goals.
Beyond the classroom, J.F. Shields High School plays a vital role in the cultural life of Beatrice, often serving as a focal point for local spirit and extracurricular involvement. The school maintains a digital presence through its official website, which provides students, parents, and community members with essential resources, including academic calendars, school policies, and updates on athletic or extracurricular events. By fostering an environment rooted in the traditions of its surrounding community, the school strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal and academic goals.
197
Total Students
15.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black | 194 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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Black194 (98.5 %)
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White2 (1.0 %)
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Two or More1 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Monroe County |
| Phone: | (251)789-2168 |
| Website: | http://shields.al.mch.schoolinsites.com/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 197 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 15.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 145 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
8
Kindergarten
16
Grade 1
10
Grade 2
11
Grade 3
13
Grade 4
11
Grade 5
18
Grade 6
14
Grade 7
18
Grade 8
17
Grade 9
10
Grade 10
21
Grade 11
17
Grade 12
13
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 8 |
| Kindergarten | 16 |
| Grade 1 | 10 |
| Grade 2 | 11 |
| Grade 3 | 13 |
| Grade 4 | 11 |
| Grade 5 | 18 |
| Grade 6 | 14 |
| Grade 7 | 18 |
| Grade 8 | 17 |
| Grade 9 | 10 |
| Grade 10 | 21 |
| Grade 11 | 17 |
| Grade 12 | 13 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 97 | 49.2% |
| Male | 100 | 50.8% |