Prattville High School's state ranking declined from #429 in 2021 to #688 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% among Alabama high schools.
Math proficiency was 27%, lower than the state average of 30% in 2023, with a noticeable decline from 52% in 2019; reading proficiency was 36%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment accounted for 45% of the 1,845 students in 2023, with enrollment slightly decreasing from 1,929 students in 2022; 780 students qualified for free lunch, reflecting socioeconomic diversity.
Prattville High School served grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 in 2023, supported by 89 teachers.
The graduation rate was 85% in 2023, slightly below the state average of 88% and consistent with district trends.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prattville High School serves the southeast part of Prattville, AL, covering an area of approximately 94.7 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 11.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prattville High School's student population of 1,844 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,844 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating tomorrow's leaders.
School Rankings
Prattville 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 Prattville High School is 0.60, 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
#688 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Prattville High School is a high school in Prattville, Alabama and forms part of the Autauga County School System.
- The original building was constructed in 1976 and extended in 1983, 2002, and 2004.
- A gynmasium was added in 1994.
- The gym facility is home to basketball, talent shows, pep rallies, and entertainment.
- Famous persons to graduate from Prattville High school: Roman Harper,(NFL) Kevin Turner, (NFL) Marlon Anderson, (MLB) Zac Woodfin, (NFL) Autauga County Technology Center shares the same campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prattville High School's ranking?
Prattville High School is ranked #688 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Prattville High School often compared to?
Prattville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanhope Elmore High School, Marbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prattville High School?
The graduation rate of Prattville High School is 85%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Prattville High School?
1,844 students attend Prattville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Prattville High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prattville High School?
Prattville High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prattville High School offer ?
Prattville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prattville High School part of?
Prattville High School is part of Autauga County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
excellent school that offers great forensic and law classes!
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Decent school. Good football team, great cheerleaders, and probably the best mascot in the state currently 2023
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