Thorsby High School's overall state ranking improved from #896 in 2021 to #795 in 2023 but remained in the bottom 50% of Alabama schools.
Math proficiency was 19% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 37%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged from 20–24%, also lower than the state average near 38%.
Enrollment grew from 683 students in 2021 to 847 students in 2023, with minority enrollment steady at about 19%.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose markedly from 30% in 2021 to 55% in 2023, indicating increased socioeconomic challenges.
The school served prekindergarten through 12th grade with a total student body of 847 and a student–teacher ratio of 21:1, higher than prior years when it ranged closer to 16:1–18:1.
The graduation rate ranged from 80% to 89% over recent years, consistently falling below the Alabama state average of about 88–90%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thorsby High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Thorsby, AL, covering approximately 700.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 24.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thorsby High School's student population of 895 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
895 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thorsby 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 Thorsby High School is 0.32, 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
#795 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Thorsby High School's ranking?
Thorsby High School is ranked #795 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Thorsby High School often compared to?
Thorsby High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verbena High School, Jemison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thorsby High School?
The graduation rate of Thorsby High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Thorsby High School?
895 students attend Thorsby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Thorsby High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thorsby High School?
Thorsby High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thorsby High School offer ?
Thorsby High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thorsby High School part of?
Thorsby High School is part of Chilton County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL TO EVERYBODY. I THINK THORSBY HAS A WONDERFUL ACADEMIC AND ATHLETIC PROGRAM.
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