Serving 353 students in grades 9-12, Winfield High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Winfield High School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Winfield High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winfield High School is 0.24, 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
#344 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
6%
32%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winfield High School's ranking?
Winfield High School is ranked #344 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Winfield High School often compared to?
Winfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winfield High School?
The graduation rate of Winfield High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Winfield High School?
353 students attend Winfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Winfield High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winfield High School?
Winfield High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winfield High School offer ?
Winfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winfield High School part of?
Winfield High School is part of Winfield City School District.
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