Monroe County High School ranked #1246 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #749 in 2010 and consistently placing in the bottom 50% statewide in recent years.
Math proficiency was 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged 6–9%, also lower than the state average; science proficiency was 10–14%, below the state average of approximately 38%.
Enrollment declined from 622 students in 1999 to 304 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at 94%, primarily Black students, and socioeconomic need strong as 75% of students were eligible for free lunch.
The school served grades 9–12 with an enrollment of 304 students in 2023 and maintained a low student–teacher ratio of 14:1, placing in the top 10% statewide for this measure.
Graduation rates ranged between 85–89% from 2013–2023, generally below the Alabama state average of about 88–90% during the same period.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Monroe County High School's student population of 304 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Monroe 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 Monroe County 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
#1246 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
92%
32%
White
6%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Monroe County High School's ranking?
Monroe County High School is ranked #1246 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe County High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Monroe County High School?
304 students attend Monroe County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Monroe County High School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe County High School?
Monroe County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monroe County High School offer ?
Monroe County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe County High School part of?
Monroe County High School is part of Monroe County School District.
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