East Lawrence High School in Trinity, AL, ranked #984 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #675 in 2015 and fluctuating in the bottom 50% overall in recent years.
Math proficiency was 20–24% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency stood at 10–14%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 20–24%, below the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased to 474 students in 2023 from 364 in 2019, with minority enrollment at 26% and free lunch eligibility rising from 44% in 2019 to 60% in 2023, indicating growing socioeconomic need.
East Lawrence High served grades 9–12 with a 15:1 student–teacher ratio in 2023, ranking in the top 20% statewide for lowest student–teacher ratio, with a stable graduation rate of 90–94%, higher than the state average near 88–90%.
The school, part of Lawrence County and Title I eligible, maintained enrollment diversity including 17 American Indian and 60 Black students among 439 total, reflecting modest demographic variation in this Union County AL high school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lawrence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
East Lawrence High School's student population of 439 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Lawrence 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 East Lawrence High School is 0.43, 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
#984 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
14%
32%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 East Lawrence High School's ranking?
East Lawrence High School is ranked #984 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Lawrence High School?
The graduation rate of East Lawrence High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend East Lawrence High School?
439 students attend East Lawrence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Lawrence High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lawrence High School?
East Lawrence High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Lawrence High School offer ?
East Lawrence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lawrence High School part of?
East Lawrence High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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