Fayette County High School's state ranking fluctuated between #184 in 2018 and #604 in 2023, showing overall weaker performance compared to prior years in this Alabama high school.
Math proficiency ranged from 35% to 39%, consistently higher than the Alabama state average of about 30%, while reading proficiency was 30% to 34%, lower than the state average near 47%.
Enrollment declined steadily from 478 in 2004 to 392 in 2023, with minority enrollment around 26% and 58% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting increasing socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 9–12 with 392 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023, consistent with recent years.
Graduation rates ranged from 80% to 94% over the last decade, generally exceeding the Alabama state average of about 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fayette County High School serves the southwest part of Fayette, AL, covering an area of approximately 299.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles from the school's location to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends as far as 15.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fayette County High School's student population of 366 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing, Inspiring and Enlightening Today's Students for Tomorrow's Challenges.
School Rankings
Fayette 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 Fayette County High School is 0.45, 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
#604 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 Fayette County High School's ranking?
Fayette County High School is ranked #604 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fayette County High School often compared to?
Fayette County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge High School, Tuscaloosa County 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fayette County High School?
The graduation rate of Fayette County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fayette County High School?
366 students attend Fayette County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fayette County High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fayette County High School?
Fayette County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fayette County High School offer ?
Fayette County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayette County High School part of?
Fayette County High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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