Serving 513 students in grades 9-12, Alexandria 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexandria High School's student population of 513 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexandria High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexandria High School is 0.33, 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
#632 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
81%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexandria High School's ranking?
Alexandria High School is ranked #632 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Alexandria High School often compared to?
Alexandria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ohatchee High School, Oxford High School, White Plains 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 29% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexandria High School?
The graduation rate of Alexandria High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Alexandria High School?
513 students attend Alexandria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Alexandria High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexandria High School?
Alexandria High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alexandria High School offer ?
Alexandria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alexandria High School part of?
Alexandria High School is part of Calhoun County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/12/2007
There acadimic programs include almost everything from clubs to sports even a junior civitan club which i personally like.
The music program is very outstanding thanks to Miss Spence.Art is the only thing that is not there that i wish they had!
They give out athletic awards almost every friday , academic is given out , but i am not sure when.
There facilitie is as well great! There teacher are ready to have fun , but at the saame time learn.
Last , but not least the parents.The parents are contacted every so often to let them know what is going on.They are also able to come to the school any time they wish.They are invited at least every month.
THIS SCHOOL IS GREAT
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