Serving 415 students in grades 7-12, Locust Fork 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 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Fork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Locust Fork High School's student population of 415 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locust Fork 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 Locust Fork High School is 0.22, 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
#741 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
88%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Fork High School's ranking?
Locust Fork High School is ranked #741 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Locust Fork High School often compared to?
Locust Fork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Locust Fork High School?
The graduation rate of Locust Fork High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Locust Fork High School?
415 students attend Locust Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Locust Fork High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locust Fork High School?
Locust Fork High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Locust Fork High School offer ?
Locust Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Locust Fork High School part of?
Locust Fork High School is part of Blount County School District.
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