Serving 410 students in grades 7-12, Tharptown High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tharptown High School serves the eastern part of Russellville, AL, covering an area of approximately 35.8 square miles, with most families living within a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.9 miles, extending up to 6.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tharptown High School's student population of 410 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing our Students for the Future
School Rankings
Tharptown 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 Tharptown High School is 0.57, 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
#869 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 18-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 Tharptown High School's ranking?
Tharptown High School is ranked #869 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tharptown High School?
The graduation rate of Tharptown High School is 90%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tharptown High School?
410 students attend Tharptown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tharptown High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tharptown High School?
Tharptown High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tharptown High School offer ?
Tharptown High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tharptown High School part of?
Tharptown High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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