Stanhope Elmore High School ranked #581 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #52 in 2013 and showing a downward trend in state ranking over recent years.
Math proficiency was 31% in 2023, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 41%, lower than the state average of 47%, with reading scores declining since 2014.
Minority enrollment was 60% in 2023, with total enrollment rising from 854 students in 1999 to 1,088 in 2023, and free lunch eligibility increasing from 19% in 1999 to 60% in 2023, reflecting socio–economic shifts.
The school served grades 9–12 with 1,088 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023, maintaining a consistent enrollment size and class ratio over recent years.
Graduation rate was 82% in 2023, below the state average of 88%, and science proficiency stood at 33%, lower than the state average of 38%, indicating areas for academic improvement at this Alabama public high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanhope Elmore High School serves the southwest part of Millbrook, AL, covering an area of approximately 63.5 square miles. Families typically live about 10-15 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanhope Elmore High School's student population of 1,123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,123 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Motto
EVERY STUDENT EMPOWERED. EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS!
School Rankings
Stanhope Elmore 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 Stanhope Elmore High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#581 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Stanhope Elmore High School's ranking?
Stanhope Elmore High School is ranked #581 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Stanhope Elmore High School often compared to?
Stanhope Elmore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prattville High School, Holtville High School, Millbrook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanhope Elmore High School?
The graduation rate of Stanhope Elmore High School is 82%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stanhope Elmore High School?
1,123 students attend Stanhope Elmore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Stanhope Elmore High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanhope Elmore High School?
Stanhope Elmore High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stanhope Elmore High School offer ?
Stanhope Elmore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanhope Elmore High School part of?
Stanhope Elmore High School is part of Elmore County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am going to be completely honest with you, as a former sehs student i have to say when it comes to the academic programs, extracurricular activities, awards, and the faculty is good, but i believe there needs improvement. As for the parent involvement, it is mediocre to me because in order to keep a good school in good standing order, i believe parents should be more involed not only for recreational/extracurricular activites, but also for how they do @ school, etc. Another thing they need to also work on is educating the teens more on bullying, drugs, teen pregnancy,etc. I believe if they took just a little bit of their time @ least twice a week to address these issues to the students, not only will they be more educated & behaved, but they can pass on the information they learn now to their children one day, that'll make a huge difference. Stanhope has a lot to improve on, if they improve on these issues, not only will they make a positive impact to other schools & students, but they will be making a positive impact in overall society.
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