Serving 1,237 students in grades 6-12, East Limestone High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Limestone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Limestone High School's student population of 1,237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Limestone High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Limestone High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#548 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
20%
32%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Limestone High School's ranking?
East Limestone High School is ranked #548 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are East Limestone High School often compared to?
East Limestone High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore High School, Athens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Limestone High School?
The graduation rate of East Limestone High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend East Limestone High School?
1,237 students attend East Limestone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East Limestone High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Limestone High School?
East Limestone High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does East Limestone High School offer ?
East Limestone High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is East Limestone High School part of?
East Limestone High School is part of Limestone County School District.
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