Serving 1,712 students in grades 9-12, Albertville 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 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albertville High School's student population of 1,712 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albertville 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 Albertville High School is 0.55, 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
#975 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
56%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
37%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
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 Albertville High School's ranking?
Albertville High School is ranked #975 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Albertville High School often compared to?
Albertville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arab High School, Douglas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albertville High School?
The graduation rate of Albertville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Albertville High School?
1,712 students attend Albertville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Albertville High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albertville High School?
Albertville High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Albertville High School offer ?
Albertville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Albertville High School part of?
Albertville High School is part of Albertville City School District.
School Reviews
5 8/27/2020
The football program needs a complete overhaul, all the coaches want to run. Please get a coach and football team to match our band and facilities. It's very embarrassing for the city to see that.
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