Serving 401 students in grades 9-12, Oneonta High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oneonta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oneonta High School's student population of 401 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Oneonta High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oneonta High School is 0.57, 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
#333 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
5%
31%
White
58%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oneonta High School's ranking?
Oneonta High School is ranked #333 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Oneonta High School often compared to?
Oneonta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Oneonta High School?
The graduation rate of Oneonta High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Oneonta High School?
401 students attend Oneonta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Oneonta High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oneonta High School?
Oneonta High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oneonta High School offer ?
Oneonta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oneonta High School part of?
Oneonta High School is part of Oneonta City School District.
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