Serving 606 students in grades 9-12, West Point High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- 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 606 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Point High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Point High School is 0.28, 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
#927 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
84%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #927 out of 1,285 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 Cold Springs High School, Cullman High School, Vinemont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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 88%.
How many students attend West Point High School?
606 students attend West Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Point High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Point High School?
West Point High School has a student ration of 22:1, 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
What school district is West Point High School part of?
West Point High School is part of Cullman County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/19/2010
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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