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Virgil Grissom High School

#14 in Best Public High Schools in Alabama
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 282 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      C
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      C
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Virgil Grissom High School is a highly rated, public school located in Huntsville, AL. It has 1,820 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1. According to state test scores, 30% of students are at least proficient in math and 40% in reading.
    Address
    1001 Haysland Road
    Huntsville, AL 35802
    Telephone
    (256) 428-8000
    Website
    huntsvillecityschools.org/schools/grissom-high-school
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    Virgil Grissom High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    40%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    30%
    Average Graduation Rate
    88%
    Average SAT
    1310
    42 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    255 responses
    AP Enrollment
    31%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      A-
    3. Housing
      B+
    Median Household Income
    $51,926
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $773
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $169,900
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    C
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.28 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.28 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 94 responses
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    • Athletic games (football, basketball, baseball)
      21%
    • Musicals
      21%
    • Pep rallies
      19%
    • Band Everything
      7%
    • Soccer, football, baseball/softball games are fun.
      6%
    • Spirit Week
      5%
    • Pep rallies
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,820
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    33%
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.36 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.36 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.36 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    19:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $51,881
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    20.3%
    73%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.45 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.45 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.45 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,260/ year
    National
    $12,239
    92%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.51 responses
    45%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.51 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.51 responses
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    Virgil Grissom High School Reviews

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    Things at Grissom High school very depending on the topic. Things I have experienced that really helped me through my high school experience were the extracurricular activities that are offered are outstanding and very exciting to be apart of. On the other hand, things that could use improvement are the student body as a whole, personally I never felt connected through things like footballs games, pep rallies, and dances. Every once in a while you find a really good teacher who is willing to spend extra time with you if needed or simply connect with his/her students. I've been in more classes than I can count where teaching is just a job to the teachers they don't take the time to get to know their students. see where kids are lacking in certain subjects, and make sure students are catching what they are throwing at them.
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    My experience at Grissom so far has honestly been disappointing. When being introduced to my peers, I could sense that they weren't as interested in me as a person. They came across as close-minded and shallow. Only interested in what types of drugs I did, later to be disappointed when finding out I wasn't that type of kid. Soon, they all just lost interest. I met a few kids that showed interest in my hobbies and who I was, but it seemed that the school has more kids that engaged in drug activities and acts of rebellion than more well behaved students. My first impressions of my teachers were mostly positive. At first, I sensed that they all were excited to teach and showed great enthusiasm towards education. This however did not last very long. I would say that all schools need some improving, but there's only so much they can do to help their students. I cannot wait until I graduate, but I'll still make the most out of high school.
    Grissom High School is one of, if not the ultimate, best high schools in the city of Huntsville. It has a long, long legacy of high performance in academics, and our sports teams play well too. It really is on the cutting edge of education with a Greenpower team, drafting classes, cyber security programs, and even precision machinery curriculum. AP classes are bountiful and highly reputable. The teachers of these classes really do love their subjects and make sure to prepare us for both the exam and especially for college. School pride is a bit of a low, mainly because most students are more focused on personal studies (and our football team isn't the best), but pride within organizations like theatre, band, etc. is VERY high. Arts programs are very renowned in the city and state and have access to tons of material and equipment.