Elmore County High School in Eclectic, AL ranked #429 statewide in 2023, improving from #773 in 2017 but showing a decline from a peak rank of #43 in 2012, reflecting variable overall school performance trends over the past decade.
Math proficiency ranged from 35% to 39% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 45%–49%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 45%–49%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased modestly from 459 students in 2019 to 516 in 2023, with a stable student–teacher ratio near 19:1; 43% of students qualified for free lunch in 2023, up from 24% in 2022, indicating rising socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 9–12 with 494 students in total for the most recent reporting year, maintaining a demographic composition of approximately 14% minority enrollment, consistent with historical data.
Graduation rates consistently ranged between 90% and 94% from 2013 through 2023, surpassing the Alabama state average rate of 88% in 2023, placing it within the top 30% of Alabama high schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmore County High School serves the northeast part of its district in Eclectic, AL, covering an area of approximately 161.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmore County High School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor.
School Rankings
Elmore County 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 Elmore County High School is 0.24, 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
#429 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
9%
31%
White
87%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmore County High School's ranking?
Elmore County High School is ranked #429 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Elmore County High School often compared to?
Elmore County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tallassee High School, Holtville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmore County High School?
The graduation rate of Elmore County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Elmore County High School?
494 students attend Elmore County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Elmore County High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmore County High School?
Elmore County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elmore County High School offer ?
Elmore County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmore County High School part of?
Elmore County High School is part of Elmore County School District.
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