Falkville High School in Falkville, AL serves grades 6–12 with an enrollment of 429 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency at the school is 18%, which is lower than both the Alabama state average and district average of 30%, with scores declining from a high of 73% in 2013 to 18% in 2023.
Reading proficiency stands at 32%, lower than the state average of 47% and district average of 47%, showing a decline from 85% in 2013.
Science proficiency ranges between 30% and 34%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 38%.
Graduation rates at Falkville High have consistently ranged from 90% to 94%, exceeding the Alabama state average of 88% in 2023.
Minority enrollment represents about 8% of the student body, with a majority (92%) being White (Not Hispanic).
Enrollment has remained relatively stable around 410–430 students in recent years, while eligibility for free lunch increased from 38% in 2021 to 56% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
The school's overall state ranking declined from #1056 in 2012 to #864 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in relative performance among Alabama public high schools.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falkville High School's student population of 429 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Falkville 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 Falkville High School is 0.15, 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
#864 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
92%
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
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Falkville High School's ranking?
Falkville High School is ranked #864 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Falkville High School often compared to?
Falkville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert P Brewer High School, Hartselle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Falkville High School?
The graduation rate of Falkville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Falkville High School?
429 students attend Falkville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Falkville High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falkville High School?
Falkville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Falkville High School offer ?
Falkville High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falkville High School part of?
Falkville High School is part of Morgan County School District.
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