Carroll High School in Ozark, AL has a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average of 16:1, with total enrollment at 673 students for grades 9–12.
Math proficiency ranges from 20–24%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, showing a decline from a high of 45–49% in 2018.
Reading proficiency stands at 25–29%, also below the state average of 47%, with scores remaining consistently in the bottom 50% statewide.
The graduation rate is between 80–84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%, with rates stable but consistently below district and state levels.
Minority enrollment is approximately 60%, reflecting significant demographic diversity for this Alabama public high school, with free and reduced lunch eligibility near 58%, indicating notable socioeconomic challenges.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carroll High School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
O.N.E. eagle- Ozark Needs Everyone
School Rankings
Carroll 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 Carroll High School is 0.59, 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
#835 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
53%
31%
White
36%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll High School's ranking?
Carroll High School is ranked #835 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Carroll High School often compared to?
Carroll High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dale County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carroll High School?
The graduation rate of Carroll High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Carroll High School?
640 students attend Carroll High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Carroll High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carroll High School?
Carroll High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carroll High School offer ?
Carroll High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carroll High School part of?
Carroll High School is part of Ozark City School District.
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