Serving 763 students in grades 9-12, Arab High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arab High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Arab High School's student population of 763 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arab High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arab High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
32%
White
96%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arab High School's ranking?
Arab High School is ranked #320 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Arab High School often compared to?
Arab High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brindlee Mountain High School, Albertville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arab High School?
The graduation rate of Arab High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Arab High School?
763 students attend Arab High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arab High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arab High School?
Arab High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Arab High School offer ?
Arab High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arab High School part of?
Arab High School is part of Arab City School District.
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