Belgreen High School ranked #566 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #600 in 2022 and #712 in 2021, placing it in the top 50% statewide for overall testing performance.
Math proficiency was 29% in 2023, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 42%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 40–44%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained steady at 546 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio improving to 15:1, and minority enrollment accounted for 31%, reflecting relative demographic stability in this Union County AL high school.
The graduation rate declined to 80% in 2023, below the Alabama state average of 88% and notably lower than the district rate of 92%, indicating a downward trend since 2022.
Over recent years, the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 57% in 2023, signaling a rise in socioeconomic need among the student population.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belgreen High School's attendance zone covers the entire Russellville, AL school district, encompassing approximately 633 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 22 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belgreen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Belgreen High School's student population of 588 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Belgreen 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 Belgreen High School is 0.48, 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
#566 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
31%
White
67%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-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 Belgreen High School's ranking?
Belgreen High School is ranked #566 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Belgreen High School often compared to?
Belgreen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Franklin Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belgreen High School?
The graduation rate of Belgreen High School is 80%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belgreen High School?
588 students attend Belgreen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Belgreen High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belgreen High School?
Belgreen High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belgreen High School offer ?
Belgreen High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belgreen High School part of?
Belgreen High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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