Appalachian School, a Title I Berkeley Heights public high school in Alabama serving grades PK–12, ranked #824 statewide in 2023, declining from #506 in 2018.
Math proficiency fell sharply from 49% in 2018 to 15% in 2023, significantly lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency declined to 41%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment was 21%, with 52% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting a socioeconomic increase from 36% eligible in 2022; total enrollment grew from 603 in 2022 to 636 in 2023.
The school had 664 students and 38 teachers in 2023, yielding a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 consistent with recent years.
Graduation rates maintained at 90% from 2013 through 2023, slightly exceeding the Alabama state average of 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oneonta area, with most students residing within a 10-12 minute drive (average 4.5 miles, furthest 9.6 miles).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Appalachian School's student population of 664 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Build. Create. Succeed.
School Rankings
Appalachian School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appalachian School is 0.34, 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
#824 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Blount County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appalachian School's ranking?
Appalachian School is ranked #824 out of 1,275 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Appalachian School?
The graduation rate of Appalachian School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Appalachian School?
664 students attend Appalachian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Appalachian School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appalachian School?
Appalachian School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Appalachian School offer ?
Appalachian School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Appalachian School part of?
Appalachian School is part of Blount County School District.
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