High Schools in Bibb County

Bibb County, Alabama is home to two public high schools serving grades 9-12: Bibb County High School and West Blocton High School, both part of the Bibb County school district, which ranks in the 40th percentile statewide.

West Blocton High School is the clear standout in this district. It has improved its state ranking dramatically, jumping from the 30th to the 53rd percentile over two years and now holds a 3-star rating. West Blocton also leads in graduation rate (92.3% vs. 87.9%), has lower chronic absenteeism (16.8% vs. 20.7%), and outperforms Bibb County High in 5 of 6 subject-year test comparisons. Its science proficiency nearly doubled in one year to 36.14%, now matching the state average. Bibb County High School, while showing promising gains in math (from 9.71% to 20.99% proficiency) and science, remains stagnant in overall ranking and struggles with a 59.81% free/reduced lunch rate—16 points higher than West Blocton's—which correlates with its lower outcomes and higher absenteeism.

The most pressing issue for both schools is English proficiency. Only 16.88% of Bibb County High students and 18.75% of West Blocton students are proficient in English, compared to the 33.73% state average—a gap of roughly 15-17 points. West Blocton's English scores even declined year-over-year despite major gains in other subjects. Chronic absenteeism is also a district-wide concern, with both schools exceeding the 12% state average (20.7% and 16.8%). Notably, Bibb County High spends $388 more per student ($10,534 vs. $10,146) yet achieves worse results, raising questions about resource efficiency. For parents, West Blocton offers the stronger current performance and upward trajectory, while Bibb County High shows potential but faces greater socioeconomic and attendance challenges that require targeted intervention.