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Bessemer City High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Bessemer, Alabama|Bessemer City

Bessemer, AL 35022

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School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
805
Student:Teacher
23.7:1
Locale
Suburban
Econ. Disadvantaged
60.8%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
6-9%
Math Proficiency
<=5%
Graduation Rate
65-69%
Chronic Absenteeism
43.9%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.1:1
Near average in AL

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$15,437
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 27%State 46%Local 27%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$255,600
+0.8% YoY
Birmingham, AL metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

760
Current enrollment
Declining(-16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Jul 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bessemer City High School

Bessemer City High School has a total enrollment of 805 students and serves grades High. The school is part of Bessemer City in Bessemer, AL.

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