Abbeville High School ranked in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools in overall testing for 2023, with its state rank declining from #965 in 2019 to #1146 in 2023.
Math proficiency was 5%, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading and science proficiency ranged from 20–24%, both lower than the respective state averages of approximately 47% and 38%.
Enrollment declined from 388 students in 2016 to 291 in 2023, while minority enrollment remained stable at about 60%, reflecting a predominantly Black (49%) and White (40%) student body.
The Union County NJ high school serves grades 7–12 with 291 students and maintained a low student–teacher ratio of 12:1 in 2023.
The graduation rate consistently met or exceeded the Alabama state average, reaching 90% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abbeville High School serves the northern part of its school district in Abbeville, AL, covering an area of approximately 327.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 15.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abbeville High School's student population of 266 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Abbeville 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 Abbeville High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1146 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Basketball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abbeville High School's ranking?
Abbeville High School is ranked #1146 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Abbeville High School often compared to?
Abbeville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Headland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abbeville High School?
The graduation rate of Abbeville High School is 90%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Abbeville High School?
266 students attend Abbeville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Abbeville High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abbeville High School?
Abbeville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Abbeville High School offer ?
Abbeville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abbeville High School part of?
Abbeville High School is part of Henry County School District.
School Reviews
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