Fayette County High School's state ranking fluctuated between #184 in 2018 and #604 in 2023, showing overall weaker performance compared to prior years in this Alabama high school.
Math proficiency ranged from 35% to 39%, consistently higher than the Alabama state average of about 30%, while reading proficiency was 30% to 34%, lower than the state average near 47%.
Enrollment declined steadily from 478 in 2004 to 392 in 2023, with minority enrollment around 26% and 58% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting increasing socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 9–12 with 392 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023, consistent with recent years.
Graduation rates ranged from 80% to 94% over the last decade, generally exceeding the Alabama state average of about 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fayette area, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive (avg. 10.2 mi., furthest 15.3 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fayette County High School's student population of 366 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing, Inspiring and Enlightening Today's Students for Tomorrow's Challenges.
School Rankings
Fayette County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fayette County High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
22%
31%
White
71%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fayette County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayette County High School's ranking?
Fayette County High School is ranked #604 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fayette County High School often compared to?
Fayette County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fayette County High School?
The graduation rate of Fayette County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fayette County High School?
366 students attend Fayette County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fayette County High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fayette County High School?
Fayette County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fayette County High School offer ?
Fayette County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayette County High School part of?
Fayette County High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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