Serving 719 students in grades 9-12, Citronelle 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 15-19% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citronelle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Citronelle High School's student population of 719 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Citronelle 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 Citronelle High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#981 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
22%
32%
White
52%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citronelle High School's ranking?
Citronelle High School is ranked #981 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Citronelle High School often compared to?
Citronelle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker High School, Saraland 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Citronelle High School?
The graduation rate of Citronelle High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Citronelle High School?
719 students attend Citronelle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Citronelle High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Citronelle High School?
Citronelle High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citronelle High School offer ?
Citronelle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Citronelle High School part of?
Citronelle High School is part of Mobile County School District.
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