Serving 623 students in grades 9-12, Demopolis 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 25-29% (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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Demopolis High School's student population of 623 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
623 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Demopolis 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 Demopolis High School is 0.58, 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
#865 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%

Hispanic
6%
11%

Black
50%
32%

White
42%
51%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Demopolis High School's ranking?
Demopolis High School is ranked #865 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Demopolis High School?
The graduation rate of Demopolis High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Demopolis High School?
623 students attend Demopolis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Demopolis High School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Demopolis High School?
Demopolis High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Demopolis High School offer ?
Demopolis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Demopolis High School part of?
Demopolis High School is part of Demopolis City School District.
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