Fruitdale High School, is a small 1A high school in Fruitdale, Alabama. The school teaches grades pre-K-12. The school's colors are purple and white.. The school mascot is the pirate. The school is a part of the public school system in Washington County, Alabama.
Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Fruitdale High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fruitdale High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 1,088.6 square miles in Fruitdale, AL. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fruitdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fruitdale High School's student population of 301 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fruitdale 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 Fruitdale High School is 0.42, 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
#622 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
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
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruitdale High School's ranking?
Fruitdale High School is ranked #622 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fruitdale High School often compared to?
Fruitdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leroy High School, Mcintosh 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fruitdale High School?
The graduation rate of Fruitdale High School is 80%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fruitdale High School?
301 students attend Fruitdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fruitdale High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fruitdale High School?
Fruitdale High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fruitdale High School offer ?
Fruitdale High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruitdale High School part of?
Fruitdale High School is part of Washington County School District.
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