HewittTrussville High School

1,571 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Hewitt-Trussville High School (HTHS), located in Trussville, Alabama, is the sole high school serving the Trussville City School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a robust extracurricular culture, the school functions as a focal point for the surrounding community. HTHS offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment opportunities, and a variety of Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, the school is well-regarded for its spirited "Husky" pride, which is most visible through its highly successful athletic programs and diverse student organizations. The campus features modern facilities that support a wide range of interests, from competitive sports and fine arts to STEM-focused clubs and leadership programs. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a supportive social environment, Hewitt-Trussville High School aims to foster well-rounded students who are equipped to succeed as responsible citizens after graduation.

1,571

Total Students

99.5

Full-Time Teachers

15.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

15.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HewittTrussville High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,185
Hispanic	52
Black	254
Asian	39
Two or More	36
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,185 (75.4%)
Black
254 (16.2%)
Hispanic
52 (3.3%)
Asian
39 (2.5%)
Two or More
36 (2.3%)
American Indian
4 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

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:	Trussville City
Phone:	(205)228-4000
Website:	http://trussvillecityschools.com/hths
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,571
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	99.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	206
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	34

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 369

Grade 10 427

Grade 11 367

Grade 12 408