Douglas High School ranked #736 in Alabama in 2023, showing improvement from #862 in 2021 but remaining in the bottom 50% statewide among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was 15–19% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 40–44%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment reached 49%, with notable Hispanic representation at 320 students and a total enrollment increase from 590 students in 2019 to 691 in 2023.
Serving grades 9–12, Douglas High School had 691 students and 34 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 20:1, higher than many comparable schools.
The school's graduation rate ranged between 85–89%, consistently below the state average near 88–90%, reflecting room for improvement in student outcomes.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas High School serves the southern part of Douglas, AL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 105.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas High School's student population of 727 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
Douglas 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 Douglas High School is 0.54, 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
#736 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
47%
12%
Black
2%
31%
White
49%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Red
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas High School's ranking?
Douglas High School is ranked #736 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Douglas High School often compared to?
Douglas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boaz High School, Albertville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas High School?
The graduation rate of Douglas High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Douglas High School?
727 students attend Douglas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Douglas High School students are White, 47% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas High School?
Douglas High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Douglas High School offer ?
Douglas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas High School part of?
Douglas High School is part of Marshall County School District.
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