Clements High School's state ranking fluctuated between #470 in 2014 and #898 in 2021, settling at #800 in 2023, indicating inconsistent overall performance among Alabama high schools.
Math proficiency declined from 48% in 2018 to 18% in 2023, remaining lower than the state average of 30% in the latest report; reading proficiency dropped from 48% in 2018 to 38% in 2022, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment comprised 27% of the student body in 2023, with total enrollment stable around 560 students and free/reduced lunch eligibility rising from 34% in 2022 to 67% in 2023, reflecting higher socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 6–12 with 560 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023, consistent with past years.
Science proficiency ranged from 20% to 34% from 2021–2022, which was approximately equal to or slightly below the state average near 38%, showing modest achievement in this subject area.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clements High School serves the southwest area of its school district in Athens, AL, covering approximately 72.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 10.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clements High School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clements 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 Clements High School is 0.47, 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
#800 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Clements High School's ranking?
Clements High School is ranked #800 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Clements High School often compared to?
Clements High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athens High School, Ardmore High School, East Limestone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clements High School?
The graduation rate of Clements High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clements High School?
525 students attend Clements High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Clements High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clements High School?
Clements High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clements High School offer ?
Clements High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clements High School part of?
Clements High School is part of Limestone County School District.
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