In 2023, the majority of students were documented as economically disadvantaged. 63.4 percent were black, 19.4 percent Native American, and 14.3 percent white, 1.1 percent Asian, 1.1 percent two or more "races" and .6 percent Hispanic. Test scores are below the district and state averages.[3]
Demons are the school mascot. The school colors are navy blue, white, and gold.[4]
Football player Uche Iloh committed to Georgia Tech.[5]
In 2017, it was reported to be one of the 20 high schools in Alabama with the lowest ACT scores.[6]
The football team plays at H. H. Wiggins Field. Although It won regional championships in 1976 and 1984 it has never won a state championship.[7]
History
A Native American testified about discrimination and efforts to preserve his culture in the community. He met with the school's principal to pursue organization of a special program for tribe members.[8]
In 2001, the Demons mascot was removed following a complaint from a pastor. It was later restored following a lawsuit.[9][10]
