Ranburne High School's overall state ranking declined from #455 in 2010 to #773 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% among Alabama high schools.
Math proficiency dropped from 86% in 2013 to 14% in 2023, remaining lower than the state average of 30%; reading proficiency held steady at 46%, approximately equal to the state average in 2022.
Minority enrollment remained low at 2%, with total enrollment stable around 530 students and an increase in free lunch eligibility to 46% as of 2023.
The school serves grades 5–12 with about 537 students and a student–teacher ratio near 19:1, reflecting a moderate class size.
Graduation rates fluctuated, reported between 50–54% in 2023, significantly lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ranburne High School serves the southeastern part of its school district in Ranburne, AL, covering an area of approximately 106.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ranburne High School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ranburne 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 Ranburne High School is 0.06, 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
#773 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
White
97%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
50-54%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ranburne High School's ranking?
Ranburne High School is ranked #773 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ranburne High School often compared to?
Ranburne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ranburne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ranburne High School?
The graduation rate of Ranburne High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ranburne High School?
526 students attend Ranburne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ranburne High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ranburne High School?
Ranburne High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ranburne High School offer ?
Ranburne High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ranburne High School part of?
Ranburne High School is part of Cleburne County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Everything was wonderful when i went to school there. The teachers cared about the students and whether they learned the material. THere was a few exceptions, but those are even at bigger schools. I graduated in 2004. There has been some turn around in staff, but the majority is still the same and pretty cool. I would recommend this school.
5 10/10/2025
I would definatly reccomend this school It is geared more toward a private, instead of public, Much more diciplined than any other school. Sports are great, We have a lot of gifted students. We could use art class. But we are rebuilding so a lot of things will be added.
2 10/10/2025
This school is lacking in academic leadership. If a student is an athlete they are allowed to do as they please. To bully, to harass, to disrespect the teachers.There are no art classes.Ag-science is a required subject for most students. The school is still in the 1950's as far as their social conscience. Help is needed for this school.
5 10/10/2025
This is a great school. It is a safe school, and everybody knows everybody. They have great athletic and education gifts.
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