Meek High School in Arley, AL serves grades 5–12 with an enrollment of 289 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency at Meek High School is 15–19%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency is 35–39%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranges between 15–19%, significantly below the state average of 38%, and the overall school ranking has declined from #445 in 2019 to #808 in 2023.
The graduation rate at Meek High School is 80–89%, lower than Alabama's average of approximately 88%, placing it in the bottom 50% of state schools.
Minority enrollment is 6%, with no significant demographic shifts in recent years, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch has increased from 31% in 2022 to 55% in 2023, indicating rising socioeconomic need at this rural Alabama public high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meek High School's student population of 286 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meek 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 Meek High School is 0.13, 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
#808 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
93%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meek High School's ranking?
Meek High School is ranked #808 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Meek High School often compared to?
Meek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Addison High School, Lynn 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meek High School?
The graduation rate of Meek High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Meek High School?
286 students attend Meek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Meek High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meek High School?
Meek High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meek High School offer ?
Meek High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meek High School part of?
Meek High School is part of Winston County School District.
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