Tanner High School ranked #1070 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #999 in 2021 and #743 in 2017, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide among public schools.
Math proficiency was 6% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 30%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged 10–14%, lower than the state average near 38%.
Enrollment remained steady near 410 students from 2021 to 2023, with minority enrollment at 69%, including a Hispanic student population of 161 and Black students numbering 94, reflecting a diverse demographic profile.
The school served grades 6–12 with 409 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023, offering a Title I eligible educational environment with a large proportion (79%) eligible for free lunch, an increase from 54% in 2022.
Graduation rates at Tanner High ranged from 70–79% in recent years, notably below the Alabama state average of approximately 88%, indicating room for academic improvement within this Union County AL high school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tanner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Tanner High School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Tanner 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 Tanner High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1070 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
39%
11%
Black
23%
32%
White
31%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 Tanner High School's ranking?
Tanner High School is ranked #1070 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Tanner High School often compared to?
Tanner High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Limestone High School, East Limestone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tanner High School?
The graduation rate of Tanner High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Tanner High School?
409 students attend Tanner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Tanner High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tanner High School?
Tanner High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tanner High School offer ?
Tanner High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tanner High School part of?
Tanner High School is part of Limestone County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent elementary school. Students have access to music, art, all sports, and extracurricular activities. The elementary hosts 3 academic awards programs every spring to recognize students. They also held graduation for 6th grade moving up to middle school. Parents are involved as they want to be. Harvest Festival is a big fundraiser for PTO.
2 10/10/2025
This school is an open school. Anyone can come and go that doesnt attend. There is not adult supervision for the amount of children that attend. They dont listen nor do they return phone calls to the parents in a timely fashion. Do not promote a child if not desirved.
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