James Clemens High School
- Public
- MADISON, AL
Public School
James Clemens High School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- MADISON, AL
- Rating 4.44 out of 5 410 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A
- Administrationgrade A
- Sportsgrade B+
- Foodgrade B+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B+
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James Clemens High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
53%
Percent Proficient - Math
50%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1290
121 responses
Average ACT
27
725 responses
AP Enrollment
23%
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Home Listings
- Cost of Livinggrade B+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade A+
Median Household Income
$105,335
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,080
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$279,800
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
89%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 47 responsesPoll
85%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 47 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,142
Free or Reduced Lunch
10%
90%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 52 responses75%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 52 responses75%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 52 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$56,964
Teachers in First/Second Year
8.1%
74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 93 responses81%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 93 responses77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 93 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$10,075 / year
National
$12,23987%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 97 responses64%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 97 responses81%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 97 responsesSimilar Schools
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James Clemens High School Reviews
Rating 4.44 out of 5 410 reviews
Even though James Clemens High School is a very large school with almost 2,000 students, teachers and staff find a way to make you feel special. There are so many opportunities available to students with varied interests. One major opportunity is related to NASA, Marshall Space Flight Center, and many Aerospace Companies headquarters nearby. Students can attend Space Camp at a reduced rate. Many of the aerospace companies offer job shadowing and internship opportunities for high school students interested in aerospace and engineering. Teachers work hard to sponsor clubs and coach sports of all kinds so there is literally something for everyone! a
I had a great experience with James Clemens High School. The teachers are very helpful and really want to see their students succeed. Also the counselors make it easy to build a relationship with them and I found myself visiting my counselors office daily because of the comfort she brought to me. Not only are the teachers and students great, the school itself is amazing. As students we have many advantages such as an hour of lunch and much more!
My time at James Clemens High School has a few positive aspects, including the learning possibilities, friendships, and future planning. JCHS provides a wide range of subjects and courses to give students the ability to explore a variety of interests and enhance their knowledge and skills. Furthermore, it provides a place where students can interact with others and engage in extracurricular activities. Education also greatly aids students' preparedness for college by giving them a strong foundation of academic skills. However, there are drawbacks, such as academic pressure. High expectations from parents, teachers, or tests are just a few of the sources of academic pressure that can affect high school students. Personalization has to improve as a result. Personalization tactics, including as lower class sizes, individualized learning plans, and differentiated instruction, can be used to better meet each student's specific needs and learning preferences.