Arab High School is ranked #449 in Alabama for 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #38 in 2011, placing it in the top 50% statewide overall.
Math proficiency is 40–44%, higher than the state average of about 30%, while reading proficiency is 40–44%, lower than the state average of around 47%; science proficiency is 55–59%, higher than the state average of 38–39%.
Enrollment declined from 1,044 students in 1999 to 747 students currently, with minority enrollment at 7% and 276 students (about 37%) eligible for free lunch reflecting socioeconomic diversity.
The school serves grades 9–12 with a current student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which ranks among the lowest (top 20%) in Alabama, with 747 students and 49 teachers.
Graduation rates consistently ranged between 90–94%, higher than state averages near 88%, placing the school in the top 30% for graduation performance in Alabama.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Arab High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Arab, AL, covering approximately 13.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arab High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arab High School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arab 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 Arab High School is 0.15, 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
#449 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
31%
White
92%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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)16.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arab High School's ranking?
Arab High School is ranked #449 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Arab High School often compared to?
Arab High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brindlee Mountain High School, Asbury High School, Albertville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Arab High School?
The graduation rate of Arab High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Arab High School?
735 students attend Arab High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Arab High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arab High School?
Arab High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arab High School offer ?
Arab High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arab High School part of?
Arab High School is part of Arab City School District.
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