Alexandria High School

353 Stadium Dr
Alexandria, AL 36250
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 544 students in grades 9-12, Alexandria High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than 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 19% 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: 544 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Alexandria High School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
544 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings

Alexandria High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexandria High School is 0.33, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AL)
#766 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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20-24%
24%
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20-24%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
3%
10%
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Black
13%
32%
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White
81%
53%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.33
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90-94%
89%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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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 Alexandria High School's ranking?
Alexandria High School is ranked #766 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Alexandria High School often compared to?
Alexandria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ohatchee High School, Oxford High School, White Plains High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexandria High School?
The graduation rate of Alexandria High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alexandria High School?
544 students attend Alexandria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Alexandria High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexandria High School?
Alexandria High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Alexandria High School offer ?
Alexandria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alexandria High School part of?
Alexandria High School is part of Calhoun County School District.

School Reviews

5   11/12/2007
There acadimic programs include almost everything from clubs to sports even a junior civitan club which i personally like. The music program is very outstanding thanks to Miss Spence.Art is the only thing that is not there that i wish they had! They give out athletic awards almost every friday , academic is given out , but i am not sure when. There facilitie is as well great! There teacher are ready to have fun , but at the saame time learn. Last , but not least the parents.The parents are contacted every so often to let them know what is going on.They are also able to come to the school any time they wish.They are invited at least every month. THIS SCHOOL IS GREAT
- Posted by Student/Alumni - NOTBN

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 544 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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