Satsuma High School is a public high school in Satsuma, Alabama, United States. It is a part of the Satsuma City School System. Prior to 2012 it was a part of the Mobile County Public School System. The present Satsuma High School was first opened in 1958.
Serving 729 students in grades 7-12, Satsuma High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Satsuma High School's student population of 729 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Gator Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Satsuma High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Satsuma High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
8%
31%
White
82%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gator
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Satsuma High School's ranking?
Satsuma High School is ranked #509 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Satsuma High School often compared to?
Satsuma High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saraland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Satsuma High School?
The graduation rate of Satsuma High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Satsuma High School?
729 students attend Satsuma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Satsuma High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Satsuma High School?
Satsuma High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Satsuma High School offer ?
Satsuma High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Satsuma High School part of?
Satsuma High School is part of Satsuma City School District.
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