Serving 1,929 students in grades 9-12, Prattville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prattville High School's student population of 1,929 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prattville 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 Prattville High School is 0.58, 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
#675 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
31%
32%
White
57%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Prattville High School is a high school in Prattville, Alabama and forms part of the Autauga County School System.
- The original building was constructed in 1976 and extended in 1983, 2002, and 2004.
- A gynmasium was added in 1994.
- The gym facility is home to basketball, talent shows, pep rallies, and entertainment.
- Famous persons to graduate from Prattville High school: Roman Harper,(NFL) Kevin Turner, (NFL) Marlon Anderson, (MLB) Zac Woodfin, (NFL) Autauga County Technology Center shares the same campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prattville High School's ranking?
Prattville High School is ranked #675 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Prattville High School often compared to?
Prattville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanhope Elmore High School, Marbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prattville High School?
The graduation rate of Prattville High School is 81%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Prattville High School?
1,929 students attend Prattville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Prattville High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prattville High School?
Prattville High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prattville High School offer ?
Prattville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Prattville High School part of?
Prattville High School is part of Autauga County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/6/2023
Decent school. Good football team, great cheerleaders, and probably the best mascot in the state currently 2023
5 7/7/2017
excellent school that offers great forensic and law classes!
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