West Point High School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades 9–12 with 603 students, ranked #892 in the state in 2023, showing a decline from a rank of #140 in 2013.
Math proficiency was 20–24%, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was also 20–24%, lower than the state average of 47%, both trending below state levels in recent years.
Science proficiency was 30–34%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%, sustaining a mid–level performance compared to other subjects.
Enrollment increased slightly from 532 students in 2021 to 606 in 2023, with minority enrollment stable around 17%, and a student–teacher ratio that rose to 21:1 in 2023.
The graduation rate remained consistently high at 95%, ranking among the top 5% of New Jersey high schools and exceeding the state average graduation rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Point High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Cullman, AL, covering an area of approximately 165.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive time of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Point High School's student population of 591 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Point 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 West Point High School is 0.30, 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
#892 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
31%
White
83%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Point High School's ranking?
West Point High School is ranked #892 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are West Point High School often compared to?
West Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanceville High School, Cold Springs High School, Vinemont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Point High School?
The graduation rate of West Point High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Point High School?
591 students attend West Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of West Point High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Point High School?
West Point High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Point High School offer ?
West Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Point High School part of?
West Point High School is part of Cullman County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
West Point High School is a great school. They involve everyone and their parents, the school contacts the parents regularly. The academics offered here are wonderful. They have many extracurricular activities to choose from. Their art department is amazing. They win the math awards every year and go a long way with all the academic activities. They also do very well with their athletics program. The teachers at West Point do their very best to help every student in their classroom feel as safe as possible, as well as give them the best education possible. They also give one on one time with the students who ask for it. They make each and everyone of their students feel smart and important. In my eyes West Point High School is a wonderful school.
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