Serving 245 students in grades 5-12, Lynn 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lynn High School's student population of 245 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lynn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynn High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
32%
White
98%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynn High School's ranking?
Lynn High School is ranked #816 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Lynn High School often compared to?
Lynn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haleyville High School, Winston County High School, Meek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynn High School?
The graduation rate of Lynn High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lynn High School?
245 students attend Lynn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lynn High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynn High School?
Lynn High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Lynn High School offer ?
Lynn High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Lynn High School part of?
Lynn High School is part of Winston County School District.
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