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Corner High School

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Corner High School ranks 74 th of 386 Alabama high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 9-12

74^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 386 Alabama High Schools

Better than 81% of Alabama high schools

Summary

Corner High School in Dora, AL, is a public high school serving 492 students in grades 9-12 within the Jefferson County school district, and it has become one of the most improved and highest-performing schools in the area.

Over the past five years, Corner High School has climbed from the 55th percentile to the 81st percentile in statewide rankings, earning a 4-star rating and placing it in the top 20% of all Alabama high schools. This is especially impressive given that its home district, Jefferson County, ranks in the bottom third of districts statewide. The school's academic results are more than double the district average in every subject on 11th-grade assessments—for example, 32.69% of students are proficient in math compared to the district's 15.17%, and 43.27% are proficient in English versus the district's 18.92%. What truly sets Corner apart, however, is its exceptional support for students who often face the biggest challenges. The school ranks in the 92nd percentile statewide for the growth and performance of its Special Education students (5 stars) and in the 86th percentile for students from low socio-economic backgrounds (4 stars), demonstrating a remarkable ability to close achievement gaps. Its graduation rate of 97.7% for 2024-2025 far exceeds both the district (90.8%) and state (91.5%) averages.

When compared to nearby schools, Corner is the clear leader within its district, outperforming Mortimer Jordan High School, Gardendale High School, Fultondale High School, and Minor High School in state rank and test scores. The most striking contrast is with Dora High School, located just 5.49 miles away in the Walker County district—Corner ranks in the 81st percentile while Dora sits in the 26th, with Corner's math proficiency over four times higher. One area of concern is chronic absenteeism, which, while improved from 25.4% to 16.3%, remains above the state average of 12.0%. Still, Corner's sustained upward trajectory and its success with all student groups make it a standout choice for families seeking a school where every child can thrive.

492

Students ?

16.8

Student/teacher ratio ?

$11,239

Per pupil spending ?

32.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

4301 Warrior Jasper Road
Dora, AL 35062

(205) 379-3200

District: Jefferson County

Feeder schools for Corner High School:

Elementary:	Bagley Elementary School
Middle:	Corner Middle School

Racial breakdown:

White:

93.3%

Hispanic:

3.5%

Two or more races:

2.2%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 73rd percentile in 2016 → 81st in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Alabama average (39% vs 32% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 19% of Alabama high schools

✓98% graduate in 4 years — above the Alabama average (92%)

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school39%

District avg20%

Alabama avg32%

74^th of 386

Alabama public high schools ?

Top 19%▲ up 8 pts since 2016

From top 27% (2016) to top 19% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

2^nd of 14High Schools in the Jefferson County

100^th of 140Jefferson County among Alabama districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Alabama percentile	Rating
2026	76.8	74 of 386	80.8%	★★★★☆
2025	75.4	84 of 374	77.5%	★★★★☆
2024	66.0	104 of 378	72.5%	★★★★☆
2023	64.1	111 of 371	70.1%	★★★★☆
2022	50.6	164 of 367	55.3%	★★★☆☆
2021	67.7	93 of 371	74.9%	★★★★☆
2019	85.2	45 of 366	87.7%	★★★★☆
2018	78.5	71 of 356	80.1%	★★★★☆
2017	85.8	39 of 353	89.0%	★★★★☆
2016	65.1	96 of 351	72.6%	★★★★☆
2015	82.6	42 of 353	88.1%	★★★★☆
2014	84.8	38 of 358	89.4%	★★★★☆
2013	70.1	52 of 358	85.5%	★★★★☆
2012	74.4	55 of 358	84.6%	★★★★☆
2011	68.1	93 of 360	74.2%	★★★★☆
2010	66.7	106 of 358	70.4%	★★★★☆
2009	67.3	89 of 357	75.1%	★★★★☆
2008	71.1	64 of 359	82.2%	★★★★☆
2007	66.1	120 of 358	66.5%	★★★☆☆
2006	61.8	133 of 357	62.7%	★★★☆☆
2005	75.1	48 of 359	86.6%	★★★★☆
2004	73.5	56 of 357	84.3%	★★★★☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Alabama percentile	Rating
2026	82.5	48 of 377	87.3%	★★★★☆
2025	82.0	56 of 359	84.4%	★★★★☆
2024	72.3	79 of 366	78.4%	★★★★☆
2023	62.0	121 of 358	66.2%	★★★☆☆
2022	44.8	192 of 367	47.7%	★★☆☆☆
2021	69.8	86 of 359	76.0%	★★★★☆
2019	91.1	29 of 354	91.8%	★★★★★
2018	74.7	77 of 347	77.8%	★★★★☆
2017	81.8	47 of 343	86.3%	★★★★☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Alabama percentile	Rating
2026	78.4	52 of 383	86.4%	★★★★☆
2025	94.4	15 of 367	95.9%	★★★★★
2024	48.2	166 of 375	55.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	55.1	129 of 349	63.0%	★★★☆☆
2022	57.5	122 of 361	66.2%	★★★☆☆
2021	53.3	149 of 361	58.7%	★★★☆☆
2019	90.1	25 of 358	93.0%	★★★★★
2018	65.0	103 of 349	70.5%	★★★★☆
2017	84.3	27 of 315	91.4%	★★★★★

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Alabama percentile	Rating
2026	70.6	88 of 380	76.8%	★★★★☆
2025	67.3	96 of 363	73.6%	★★★★☆
2024	55.5	147 of 368	60.1%	★★★☆☆
2023	62.4	102 of 358	71.5%	★★★★☆
2022	55.4	140 of 366	61.7%	★★★☆☆
2021	58.7	130 of 366	64.5%	★★★☆☆
2019	76.2	72 of 357	79.8%	★★★★☆
2018	79.2	62 of 350	82.3%	★★★★☆
2017	86.3	35 of 339	89.7%	★★★★☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Alabama percentile	Rating
2026	84.8	16 of 197	91.9%	★★★★★
2024	55.3	66 of 198	66.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	40.7	90 of 182	50.5%	★★★☆☆
2022	39.4	95 of 169	43.8%	★★☆☆☆
2021	68.1	45 of 196	77.0%	★★★★☆
2019	44.0	83 of 171	51.5%	★★★☆☆
2018	50.1	59 of 160	63.1%	★★★☆☆
2017	38.0	59 of 83	28.9%	★★☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Alabama percentile	Rating
2026	66.5	88 of 320	72.5%	★★★★☆
2025	60.1	115 of 325	64.6%	★★★☆☆
2024	49.2	140 of 325	56.9%	★★★☆☆
2023	47.4	141 of 317	55.5%	★★★☆☆
2022	34.0	209 of 326	35.9%	★★☆☆☆
2021	52.2	131 of 319	58.9%	★★★☆☆
2019	71.0	72 of 313	77.0%	★★★★☆
2018	56.8	111 of 300	63.0%	★★★☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Special Education (2026)92nd percentile+11 vs school

Female (2026)87th percentile+6 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)86th percentile+6 vs school

Male (2026)77th percentile-4 vs school

White (2026)72nd percentile-8 vs school

By subject vs Alabama (2025-2026) ?

English43%+10 vs state

Science42%+6 vs state

Mathematics33%+5 vs state

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by a parent
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Bullying is rampant. School behavior code is not enforced. Teachers do not follow up on bullying problems. Some teachers prefer to shop online or play video games rather than teach. When we questioned how our child's grades were determined, the principal refused to let us see her grades. When she was hit in the chest by another girl, nothing was done. Thank heavens she graduates in one week from this hellhole. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				Summative Assessment Mathematics (2026)				Summative Assessment Science (2026)		Summative Assessment English (2026)				Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2025)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Summative Assessment Mathematics 6th Grade	Summative Assessment Mathematics 7th Grade	Summative Assessment Mathematics 8th Grade	Summative Assessment Mathematics 11th Grade	Summative Assessment Science 8th Grade	Summative Assessment Science 11th Grade	Summative Assessment English 6th Grade	Summative Assessment English 7th Grade	Summative Assessment English 8th Grade	Summative Assessment English 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Corner High School	Public	9-12	4301 Warrior Jasper Road	Dora	35062	Jefferson County	Jefferson County	No	No	No	No	(205) 379-3200	492	29	16.8	32.9%	459 (93.3%)	3 (0.6%)	17 (3.5%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (2.2%)	76.8	74^th of 386 public high schools	80.8%		75.4	84^th of 374 public high schools	77.5%	10				32.7		42.3				43.3	$11,239	$746	$10,461
Dora High School	Public	9-12	330 Glenn C Gant Cir	Dora	35062	Jefferson County	Walker County	No	No	No	No	(205) 648-6863	476	27	17.6	61.3%	409 (85.9%)	47 (9.9%)	12 (2.5%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.3%)	25.6	284^th of 386 public high schools	26.4%		54	161^st of 374 public high schools	57.0%	123				7.3		21.8				21.7	$9,590	$792	$8,795
Mortimer Jordan High School	Public	9-12	1920 Blue Devil Road	Kimberly	35091	Jefferson County	Jefferson County	No	No	No	No	(205) 379-4850	886	49	18.1	34.9%	713 (80.5%)	98 (11.1%)	42 (4.7%)	7 (0.8%)	9 (1.0%)	3 (0.3%)	14 (1.6%)	61.9	119^th of 386 public high schools	69.2%		63.8	113^th of 374 public high schools	69.8%	6				22.7		41.3				33.8	$9,237	$830	$8,383
Gardendale High School	Public	9-12	800 Main St	Gardendale	35071	Jefferson County	Jefferson County	No	No	No	No	(205) 379-3600	1,076	59	18.3	38.6%	616 (57.2%)	318 (29.6%)	97 (9.0%)	22 (2.0%)	2 (0.2%)	2 (0.2%)	19 (1.8%)	57.8	140^th of 386 public high schools	63.7%		45.2	187^th of 374 public high schools	50.0%	47				23.0		37.7				31.6	$9,268	$941	$8,304
Cordova High School	Public	9-12	183 School Road	Cordova	35550	Walker County	Walker County	No	No	No	No	(205) 483-7404	451	24	19.1	51.7%	376 (83.4%)	20 (4.4%)	39 (8.6%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	14 (3.1%)	53.2	161^st of 386 public high schools	58.3%		79.6	63^rd of 374 public high schools	83.2%	98				20.0		31.0				36.1	$9,922	$815	$9,104
Minor High School	Public	9-12	2285 Minor Pkwy	Adamsville	35005	Jefferson County	Jefferson County	No	No	No	Yes	(205) 379-4750	978	59	16.5	72.7%	37 (3.8%)	825 (84.4%)	93 (9.5%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.4%)	18 (1.8%)	17.3	329^th of 386 public high schools	14.8%		15.6	324^th of 374 public high schools	13.4%	5				6.3		20.1				10.6	$9,563	$1,565	$7,980
Fultondale High School	Public	6-12	2023 Wildcat Parkway	Birmingham	35127	Jefferson County	Jefferson County	No	No	No	No	(205) 379-3500	848	49	17.4	71.6%	121 (14.3%)	422 (49.8%)	290 (34.2%)	3 (0.4%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (1.1%)	21.7	304^th of 386 public high schools	21.2%		19.6	299^th of 374 public high schools	20.1%	5	7.0	12.1	11.7	14.1	42.3	22.4	33.9	44.4	42.3	5.0	$9,557	$903	$8,631
Hayden High School	Public	8-12	125 Atwood Road	Hayden	35079	Blount County	Blount County	No	No	No	No	(205) 647-0397	798	41	19.3	31.2%	744 (93.2%)	14 (1.8%)	20 (2.5%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.3%)	15 (1.9%)	78.4	66^th of 386 public high schools	82.9%		59.8	135^th of 374 public high schools	63.9%	69			31.5	33.6	61.0	49.0			64.8	38.7	$8,508	$676	$7,762
Tarrant High School	Public	7-12	91 Black Creek Road	Tarrant	35217	Jefferson County	Tarrant City	No	No	No	Yes	(205) 849-0172	597	37	16.1	78.7%	14 (2.3%)	305 (51.1%)	251 (42.0%)	1 (0.2%)	13 (2.2%)	3 (0.5%)	10 (1.7%)	9.7	366^th of 386 public high schools	5.2%		11.4	355^th of 374 public high schools	5.1%	11		1.4	2.4	1.7	14.3	11.9		26.4	27.4	7.0	$11,985	$2,197	$9,781
Cold Springs High School	Public	9-12	9010 County Road 109	Bremen	35033	Cullman County	Cullman County	No	No	No	No	(256) 287-1787	235	13	17.6	34.9%	225 (95.7%)	2 (0.9%)	3 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (2.1%)	76.8	75^th of 386 public high schools	80.6%		78.2	75^th of 374 public high schools	79.9%					39.7		41.4				37.9	$12,424	$1,846	$10,551

Frequently Asked Questions about Corner High School

How many students attend Corner High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 492 students attended Corner High School.

What district is Corner High School in?

Jefferson County

Is Corner High School a good school?

Corner High School ranks 74^th of 386 Alabama high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Corner High School?

Students at Corner High School are 93% White, 3% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races.

What schools feed into Corner High School?

Corner High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Bagley Elementary School
Middle : Corner Middle School

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