Curry High School

Curry High School is a regular public high school located in the rural area of Jasper, Alabama, in Walker County. The school serves 9th through 12th grade students, with an enrollment of 383 students and a student-teacher ratio of 20.2 to 1. Curry High has 19 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to its students.

The academic performance at Curry High School is currently rated 3.1 out of 10 by MySchoolScout, placing it at the 8th percentile among Alabama schools. Specifically, 22% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, and 12% are proficient or above in math. While these scores indicate room for improvement, the school is committed to supporting student development and growth.

The surrounding neighborhood of Curry High School is part of the 35503 ZIP code, where the median household income is $58,924, and the median home value is $150,200. About 19% of the population has a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is relatively low at 8.2%. Curry High School is set in a close-knit rural community with a strong sense of local pride and support.

The student-teacher ratio at Curry High School is 20.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Curry High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.