Isabella High School is a K-12 public school in the unincorporated community of Isabella, located in Maplesville, Chilton County, Alabama.
Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Isabella High School ranks in the bottom 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 18% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isabella High School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing Tomorrow's Leaders Today!
School Rankings
Isabella 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 Isabella High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#848 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
4%
32%
White
83%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isabella High School's ranking?
Isabella High School is ranked #848 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Isabella High School often compared to?
Isabella High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clanton Elementary School, Jemison Elementary School, Maplesville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Isabella High School?
The graduation rate of Isabella High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Isabella High School?
769 students attend Isabella High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Isabella High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isabella High School?
Isabella High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Isabella High School offer ?
Isabella High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isabella High School part of?
Isabella High School is part of Chilton County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/14/2014
Isabella is one of the greatest small country schools in the state. The atmosphere is very laid-back and the staff is very friendly. I went to Isabella myself as well as my children and many other family members. We love it and would not consider attending any other school in the county!
5 2/13/2014
i onley whis i could have seent my chlidern to school there illneverfor get it aloth i was in grammer school an then went to the 8 gread ther then ilove ISSBLA SHOULL LEFT A PICE OF MY HEART THER IM GRWN NOW 63 BEEN ALL OVER WITH MH HUSBAN PAUL WYATT IM NANCY DIANEHEADLEY WYATT KEEP UP GOOD WORK ,ILL ALL CONCERED isball my HOME thanks for what you made of me to day
5 6/4/2008
i can sum this one school up in one word SPECTACULAR !!!
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