Serving 2,175 students in grades 9-12, Thompson High School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,175 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Thompson High School's student population of 2,175 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson High School is 0.61, 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
#446 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
23%
32%
White
55%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Thompson High School's ranking?
Thompson High School is ranked #446 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Thompson High School often compared to?
Thompson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelham High School, Chelsea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thompson High School?
The graduation rate of Thompson High School is 97%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Thompson High School?
2,175 students attend Thompson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Thompson High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Thompson High School offer ?
Thompson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thompson High School part of?
Thompson High School is part of Alabaster City School District.
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