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New Century Technology High School vs. Bob Jones High School

Should you attend New Century Technology High School or Bob Jones High School? Visitors to our site frequently compare these two schools. Compare their rankings, test scores, reviews and more to help you determine which school is the best choice for you.

School Overview

School
New Century Technology High School
2500 Meridian Street Nw
Huntsville, AL 35811
: 
10/
10
Top 10%
Bob Jones High School
650 Hughes Rd
Madison, AL 35758
: 
9/
10
Top 20%
Top Rankings

New Century Technology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 10%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 10%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 5%)
Student Attention
Lowest student-teacher ratio (Top 10%)

Bob Jones High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 20%)
Overview
New Century Technology High School ranked #105 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #26 in 2010 and from #33 in 2019, indicating a downward trend in overall state ranking among public schools.
Math proficiency was 60–64% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency of 65–69% and science proficiency of 65–69% were also higher than their respective state averages (47% reading, 38% science).
Enrollment declined from 477 students in 2021 to 403 students in 2023, with the student–teacher ratio improving from 17:1 in 2019 to 15:1 in 2023; 41% of students were eligible for free lunch in 2023, up from 15% in 2018, indicating socioeconomic shifts.
Serving grades 9–12, New Century Technology High School enrolled 374 students with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, and a minority enrollment of 55%, maintaining one of the lowest ratios in the district.
The school maintained a graduation rate of 95% from 2013 through 2023, consistently higher than the Alabama state average which ranged from 81% to 91% during the same period.
Bob Jones High School in Madison, Alabama ranked #247 in the state in 2023, down from a high of #32 in 2013, and has remained within the top 30% of schools statewide for graduation rates, which stood at 95% in 2023 compared to the state average of 88%.
Math proficiency at Bob Jones was 54% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, but declined notably from 77% in 2019; reading proficiency was 54%, also higher than the state average of 47%, though both declined from previous peaks.
Minority enrollment comprised 46% of the student body, reflecting a diverse population of 1,968 students in grades 9–12, with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1; free and reduced–price lunch eligibility increased to 24% in 2023 from 14% in 2019.
The school operated with 109 teachers in 2023 and did not offer virtual instruction; it qualified for Title I and participated in the National School Lunch Program without using provisions or CEO alternatives.
Science proficiency was 58% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, maintaining a strong academic profile among Union County NJ high schools though test scores in recent years indicate a downward trend in overall ranking and proficiency.
Blue Ribbon Schools
Yes
Yes
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Total Students
374 students
1,968 students
This chart illustrates the total number of students at New Century Technology High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart illustrates the total number of students at Bob Jones High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
% Male | % Female
57% | 43%
53% | 47%
This pie chart depicts the gender distribution at New Century Technology High School.
This pie chart depicts the gender distribution at Bob Jones High School.
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
109 teachers
This chart illustrates the total number of teachers at New Century Technology High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart illustrates the total number of teachers at Bob Jones High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
18:1
This chart presents a comparison of the student-teacher ratio at New Century Technology High School with the average student-teacher ratio for public schools in the Huntsville City School District and the state of Alabama, utilizing data from multiple years and featuring the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the student-teacher ratio at Bob Jones High School with the average student-teacher ratio for public schools in the Madison City School District and the state of Alabama, utilizing data from multiple years and featuring the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.

Test Scores

#105 out of 1275 schools in AL
(Top 10%)
#247 out of 1275 schools in AL
(Top 20%)
This chart illustrates the overall school ranking of New Century Technology High School, encompassing data from multiple years, including the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart illustrates the overall school ranking of Bob Jones High School, encompassing data from multiple years, including the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
60-64%
(Top 10% in AL)
54%
(Top 20% in AL)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at New Century Technology High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Math with the average percentages observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Bob Jones High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Math with the average percentages observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
65-69%
(Top 20% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
54%
(Top 30% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at New Century Technology High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in RLA (Reading and Language Arts) with the average percentages observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Bob Jones High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in RLA (Reading and Language Arts) with the average percentages observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
65-69%
(Top 10% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
58%
(Top 20% in AL)(21-22 School Year Data)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at New Century Technology High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Science with the average percentages observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Bob Jones High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Science with the average percentages observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
≥95%
(Top 5% in AL)
95%
(Top 30% in AL)
This chart presents a comparison of the graduation rate of New Century Technology High School with the average graduation rate observed in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the graduation rate of Bob Jones High School with the average graduation rate observed in the Madison City School District and Alabama public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.

Students by Grade

Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of New Century Technology High School by grade.
This chart displays the students of Bob Jones High School by grade.
Grade 9 Students
82
481
Grade 10 Students
90
510
Grade 11 Students
104
492
Grade 12 Students
98
485

Students by Ethnicity

% American Indian
2%
1%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as American Indian at New Century Technology High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as American Indian in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as American Indian at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as American Indian in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
% Asian
4%
7%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Asian at New Century Technology High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Asian in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Asian at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Asian in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
% Hispanic
14%
9%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Hispanic at New Century Technology High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Hispanic in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Hispanic at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Hispanic in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
% Black
30%
22%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Black at New Century Technology High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Black in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Black at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Black in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
% White
45%
54%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as White at New Century Technology High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as White in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as White at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as White in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
7%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as two or more races at New Century Technology High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as two or more races in the Huntsville City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as two or more races at Bob Jones High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as two or more races in the Madison City School District and in Alabama, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2022-23 school year.
0.69
0.65
This chart showcases the diversity score of New Century Technology High School, juxtaposed with the average diversity score for public schools in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart showcases the diversity score of Bob Jones High School, juxtaposed with the average diversity score for public schools in the Madison City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.

Additional Information

Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
25%
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for free lunch at New Century Technology High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for free lunch in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for free lunch at Bob Jones High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for free lunch in the Madison City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for reduced-price lunch at New Century Technology High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for reduced-price lunch in the Huntsville City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for reduced-price lunch at Bob Jones High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for reduced-price lunch in the Madison City School District and Alabama, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
 
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