Serving 1,115 students in grades 9-12, Spanish Fort High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spanish Fort High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Spanish Fort High School's student population of 1,115 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spanish Fort 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 Spanish Fort High School is 0.37, 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
#457 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
7%
31%
White
79%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Spanish Fort High School's ranking?
Spanish Fort High School is ranked #457 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Spanish Fort High School often compared to?
Spanish Fort High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daphne High School, Fairhope High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spanish Fort High School?
The graduation rate of Spanish Fort High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Spanish Fort High School?
1,115 students attend Spanish Fort High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Spanish Fort High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spanish Fort High School?
Spanish Fort High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spanish Fort High School offer ?
Spanish Fort High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spanish Fort High School part of?
Spanish Fort High School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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