Mobile Community Celebrates New John L. LeFlore High School Facility

Mobile, AL (BuzzReport) – Today, Councilmembers Cory Penn and CJ Small attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the brand-new John L. LeFlore Magnet High School of Advanced Communication and Fine Arts. Located in Toulminville, Mobile, Alabama, the school marks a new chapter in its rich history, which dates back to 1968.

As a proud alumnus, Councilman Penn expressed his excitement and support for the state-of-the-art facility, which promises to provide students with a modern and inspiring environment for learning, growth, and success. The school’s curriculum includes communication, fine arts, performing arts, technical, and career-driven classes, with programs in Drafting, Engineering, Moving Images Dance Company, Photography, Pre-Law, Pre-Medicine, Sculpting & Pottery, Television Productions, and Theatre.

About John L. LeFlore High School

• School Type: Public Magnet High School
• Enrollment: 564 students in grades 9-12
• Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
• Graduation Rate: 80-84%
• Notable Alumni: DeMarcus Cousins (NBA player), Shomari Figures (politician), Paul Harris (NFL player), and Antonio Lang (Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coach)

The new facility is expected to positively impact the students and the broader community, building on the school’s legacy as a historic public magnet performing arts high school. John L. LeFlore High School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is part of the Mobile County Public School System.