Wicksburg High School ranked #231 in Alabama overall in 2023, reflecting a decline from its peak rank of #171 in 2022, remaining in the top 20% statewide.
Math proficiency was 46% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, though this shows a downward trend from 69% in 2018; reading proficiency reached 61%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment accounted for 16% of the 468 students in grades 7–12, with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 and 35% of students eligible for free lunch, up from 22% in 2022.
The school's graduation rate was 95% in 2023, significantly higher than the Alabama state average of 88%, ranking in the top 5% statewide.
Science proficiency ranged from 55–59% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, showing improvement over 40% in 2021.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wicksburg High School serves the west part of its school district in Newton, AL, covering an area of approximately 53.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wicksburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wicksburg High School's student population of 461 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
Wicksburg High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wicksburg High School is 0.27, 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
#231 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Striving for Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wicksburg High School's ranking?
Wicksburg High School is ranked #231 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wicksburg High School often compared to?
Wicksburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George W Long High School, Ariton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wicksburg High School?
The graduation rate of Wicksburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wicksburg High School?
461 students attend Wicksburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wicksburg High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wicksburg High School?
Wicksburg High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wicksburg High School offer ?
Wicksburg High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wicksburg High School part of?
Wicksburg High School is part of Houston County School District.
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