Clarke County High School ranked near the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools in overall testing in 2023, with its state rank declining from #983 in 2018 to #1126 in 2023.
Math proficiency ranged from 11% to 19% in recent years, significantly lower than the state average of about 30%, while reading proficiency was at or below 10%, far lower than the state average around 47%.
Minority enrollment was approximately 73%, primarily Black students (180 of 252 total), with total enrollment declining from 443 students in 2013 to 252 in 2023, and the percentage eligible for free lunch rising to 70%.
The school served grades 9–12 with a total enrollment of 252 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of about 14:1 in 2023, placing it among the top 5% statewide for lowest student–teacher ratios.
Graduation rates ranged from 75% to 94%, consistently exceeding or matching the Alabama state average of about 88% in recent years.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarke County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarke County High School's student population of 252 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarke County 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 Clarke County High School is 0.41, 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
#1126 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
72%
32%
White
27%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 Clarke County High School's ranking?
Clarke County High School is ranked #1126 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Clarke County High School often compared to?
Clarke County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomasville High School, Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% 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 Clarke County High School?
The graduation rate of Clarke County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Clarke County High School?
252 students attend Clarke County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Clarke County High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarke County High School?
Clarke County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clarke County High School offer ?
Clarke County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarke County High School part of?
Clarke County High School is part of Clarke County School District.
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