Serving 1,003 students in grades 6-12, Ardmore High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardmore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ardmore High School's student population of 1,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ardmore High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardmore High School is 0.25, 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
#628 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
2%
32%
White
86%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardmore High School's ranking?
Ardmore High School is ranked #628 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ardmore High School often compared to?
Ardmore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athens High School, East Limestone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ardmore High School?
The graduation rate of Ardmore High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ardmore High School?
1,003 students attend Ardmore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ardmore High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardmore High School?
Ardmore High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Ardmore High School offer ?
Ardmore High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Ardmore High School part of?
Ardmore High School is part of Limestone County School District.
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