Central High School in Hayneville, AL ranked #1172 in the state in 2023, reflecting a decline from #909 in 2012 and remaining in the bottom 50% for overall testing performance over recent years.
Math proficiency was 10% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, with reading and science proficiency also at 10%, both lower than their respective state averages of 47% and 38%.
Enrollment decreased steadily from 622 students in 1999 to 186 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose sharply from 73% in 1999 to 99% in 2023, indicating significant socioeconomic shifts.
The school served grades 9–12 with 186 students and 15 teachers in 2023, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, which ranked among the top 5% lowest ratios in Alabama.
Graduation rates ranged between 80–89% from 2013 to 2023, consistently below the state average near 88%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 186 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1172 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
99%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1172 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Central High School?
186 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Central High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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