Serving 1,196 students in grades 9-12, Spanish Fort High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Spanish Fort High School's student population of 1,196 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spanish Fort High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 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 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
7%
32%
White
79%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #332 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spanish Fort High School?
The graduation rate of Spanish Fort High School is 97%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Spanish Fort High School?
1,196 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 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Spanish Fort High School offer ?
Spanish Fort High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spanish Fort High School part of?
Spanish Fort High School is part of Baldwin County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day for Field Trips
May 03, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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