Cold Springs High School, a Bremen, Alabama public high school serving grades 9–12, ranked #426 in the state in 2023 after improving from #609 in 2021, placing it in the top 50% statewide.
Math proficiency ranged from 40–49% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading and science proficiency were 40–49%, both lower than their respective state averages of 47% and 38%.
Enrollment declined from 417 students in 1999 to 241 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased sharply from 20% in 1999 to 42% in 2023, reflecting rising socioeconomic need.
The school maintained a favorable student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, ranking in the top 20% statewide for student attention, with total enrollment of 241 and 15 full–time teachers.
Graduation rates consistently met or exceeded the state average, with 90% of students graduating in 2023 compared to the state average of 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cold Springs High School serves the southwest part of Bremen, AL, covering an area of approximately 142 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary being about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cold Springs High School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
It's A Great Day To Be An Eagle!
School Rankings
Cold Springs 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 Cold Springs High School is 0.08, 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
#426 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
31%
White
96%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Springs High School's ranking?
Cold Springs High School is ranked #426 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Cold Springs High School often compared to?
Cold Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cold Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Cold Springs High School is 90%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cold Springs High School?
235 students attend Cold Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cold Springs High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cold Springs High School?
Cold Springs High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cold Springs High School offer ?
Cold Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cold Springs High School part of?
Cold Springs High School is part of Cullman County School District.
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