Serving 747 students in grades 9-12, Arab High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arab High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Arab High School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arab 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 Arab High School is 0.13, 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
#434 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
93%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Arab High School's ranking?
Arab High School is ranked #434 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Arab High School often compared to?
Arab High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brindlee Mountain High School, Albertville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Arab High School?
The graduation rate of Arab High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Arab High School?
747 students attend Arab High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Arab High School students are White, 3% 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 Arab High School?
Arab High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arab High School offer ?
Arab High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arab High School part of?
Arab High School is part of Arab City School District.
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