Brooks High School is a public high school located in Killen, Alabama. It is one of eleven public schools in the Lauderdale County School District. The school is located approximately 10 miles east of the Lauderdale County seat Florence.HistoryThe first Killen school was built in 1908 on what is now Jones Avenue and was moved to the present site of Brooks Elementary School in 1935. The tradition of Brooks High School began with the 1968-1969 school year, during which Brooks had an enrollment of 325 students in grades seven through 10. The modern school's enrollment is around 780 students in grades seven through 12. Academic excellence, the desire to win, and the pride in the school and community has endured the test of time.BandThe Brooks High School band, nicknamed the Pride of the South, is currently under the direction of Daniel Seay. The band, which consists of 8th through 12th grades, consistently wins superior ratings at marching competitions. They also recently received straight superior ratings at the Alabama MPA competition for the eighth year in a row, breaking the school record.Notable alumni Patrick Hape (1974-) Former NFL tight end Shonna Tucker (1978-) Active singer songwriter and former bassist for Drive-By TruckersNotable staffHarlon Hill Taught here and became principal after his NFL career.
