Serving 881 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ariton School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ariton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ariton School's student population of 881 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Empowering individuals to become independent, productive members of our ever-changing society.
School Rankings
Ariton School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ariton School is 0.43, 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
#321 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Ariton School's ranking?
Ariton School is ranked #321 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ariton School often compared to?
Ariton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gw Long Elementary School, George W Long High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ariton School?
The graduation rate of Ariton School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ariton School?
881 students attend Ariton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ariton School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ariton School?
Ariton School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ariton School offer ?
Ariton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ariton School part of?
Ariton School is part of Dale County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2020
I love Ariton School. Go cats!!
5 9/12/2011
I loved Ariton high it was and still is the best school ever! go cats!
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