Anniston High School ranked #1225 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #838 in 2010 and remaining in the bottom 50% statewide over recent years.
Math proficiency was at 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged 10–14%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 15–19%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 738 students in 1999 to 480 students in 2023, with minority enrollment at 96%, primarily Black students (approximately 85%), and 81% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 9–12 with 480 students in 2023, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, slightly higher than earlier years when it was closer to 13:1.
Graduation rates ranged from 80–84% between 2017 and 2023, below the Alabama state average of approximately 88%, placing it in the bottom 50% for graduation performance in the state.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anniston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anniston High School's student population of 480 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anniston 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 Anniston High School is 0.27, which is less 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
#1225 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
85%
32%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Anniston High School's ranking?
Anniston High School is ranked #1225 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Anniston High School often compared to?
Anniston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anniston High School?
The graduation rate of Anniston High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Anniston High School?
480 students attend Anniston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Anniston High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anniston High School?
Anniston High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anniston High School offer ?
Anniston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anniston High School part of?
Anniston High School is part of Anniston City School District.
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