BB Comer Memorial High School

School Overview
B.B. Comer Memorial High School, located in Sylacauga, Alabama, serves as a central educational hub within the Talladega County School District. Named in honor of former Alabama Governor Braxton Bragg Comer, the school maintains a deep connection to its local history while focusing on providing a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 7 through 12. The institution is known for its community-oriented atmosphere, striving to prepare students for success in both higher education and the workforce through a structured curriculum and a variety of extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its core academic programs, B.B. Comer Memorial High School places a strong emphasis on school spirit and athletics, with its mascot—the Tigers—serving as a rallying point for the student body and the broader Sylacauga community. The school promotes a culture of development that encourages student involvement in clubs, sports, and leadership roles, aiming to foster well-rounded individuals. By integrating traditional instruction with modern educational resources, the school remains dedicated to its mission of empowering students to reach their full potential within a supportive and inclusive campus environment.
395
Total Students
20.1
Full-Time Teachers
19.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
64.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BB Comer Memorial High School
Demographic Student Count
White250
Hispanic19
Black115
Two or More10
American Indian1
  • White
    250 (63.3%)
  • Black
    115 (29.1%)
  • Hispanic
    19 (4.8%)
  • Two or More
    10 (2.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Talladega County
Phone: (256)315-5400
Website: http://bbchs.tcboe.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 395
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 256
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 7 72
Grade 8 67
Grade 9 57
Grade 10 74
Grade 11 69
Grade 12 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BB Comer Memorial High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 772
Grade 867
Grade 957
Grade 1074
Grade 1169
Grade 1256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BB Comer Memorial High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20551.9%
Male19048.1%