Serving 1,240 students in grades 9-12, Wetumpka High School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 39% 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: 1,240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wetumpka High School's student population of 1,240 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wetumpka 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 Wetumpka High School is 0.53, 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
#542 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
32%
32%
White
61%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Wetumpka High School's ranking?
Wetumpka High School is ranked #542 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wetumpka High School often compared to?
Wetumpka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holtville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wetumpka High School?
The graduation rate of Wetumpka High School is 88%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wetumpka High School?
1,240 students attend Wetumpka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wetumpka High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wetumpka High School?
Wetumpka High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wetumpka High School offer ?
Wetumpka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wetumpka High School part of?
Wetumpka High School is part of Elmore County School District.
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