Straughn High School is a public school located in the Straughn community near Andalusia in Covington County, Alabama. It is the largest 9th–12th Grade school in the Covington County Schools system. It is classified as a 4-A school in the Alabama High School Athletic Association.
Serving 416 students in grades 9-12, Straughn High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Straughn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Straughn High School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Straughn 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 Straughn High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#762 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
92%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Straughn High School's ranking?
Straughn High School is ranked #762 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Straughn High School often compared to?
Straughn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andalusia High School, Pleasant Home School, Opp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Straughn High School?
The graduation rate of Straughn High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Straughn High School?
416 students attend Straughn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Straughn High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Straughn High School?
Straughn High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Straughn High School offer ?
Straughn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Straughn High School part of?
Straughn High School is part of Covington County School District.
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