Alexandria High School in Alexandria, AL, closed in 2024 after enrollment declined from 1,012 students in 2017 to 486 students at closing, with a student–teacher ratio of approximately 17:1 at that time.
The school's state ranking improved from #769 in 2017 to #523 in 2023 before closure, but still showed volatility over the years.
Math proficiency ranged from 20% to 79% over the past decade, with recent rates near 30%, approximately equal to the state average of 30% in 2023.
Reading proficiency declined from near 90% in early 2010s to 40% in 2022, which was lower than the state average of 47% that year.
Minority enrollment included 15 Hispanic and 63 Black students out of 486 total, with 285 students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting significant socioeconomic needs prior to the school's closure.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alexandria High School serves the northwest part of Alexandria, AL, covering an area of approximately 68.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexandria High School's student population of 480 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexandria High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 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 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#523 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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
Colors
Black, Orange
Source: 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 #523 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 90%.
How many students attend Alexandria High School?
480 students attend Alexandria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Alexandria High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexandria High School?
Alexandria High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alexandria High School offer ?
Alexandria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexandria High School part of?
Alexandria High School is part of Calhoun County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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
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