Priceville High School in Decatur, AL serves 504 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
The school's math proficiency ranges between 45–49%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, but has shown fluctuation with a notable decline from 60–64% in 2019 to 45–49% in 2023.
Reading proficiency is between 30–34%, which is lower than the state average of 47%, reflecting a downward trend from a high of 85–89% in 2011 to current levels.
Science proficiency at Priceville High is 30–34%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%, showing slight stability over recent years.
Graduation rates consistently reach 95%, which is higher than the state average of 88%, placing Priceville High among the top 5% in Alabama.
Enrollment increased from 453 students in 2021 to 512 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch grew significantly from 15% in 2021 to 33% in 2023, indicating notable socioeconomic changes.
The school's overall ranking declined from #167 in 2019 to #519 in 2023 among Alabama public high schools.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Priceville High School serves the northern part of Decatur, AL, covering an area of approximately 47.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and distances from the school to the edge of the zone averaging about 5.6 miles, extending up to 12.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priceville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Priceville High School's student population of 506 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Rankings
Priceville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Priceville High School is 0.26, 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
#519 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Priceville High School's ranking?
Priceville High School is ranked #519 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Priceville High School often compared to?
Priceville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartselle High School, Decatur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Priceville High School?
The graduation rate of Priceville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Priceville High School?
506 students attend Priceville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Priceville High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priceville High School?
Priceville High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Priceville High School offer ?
Priceville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Priceville High School part of?
Priceville High School is part of Morgan County School District.
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