Lynn High School in Lynn, AL serves grades 5–12 with a total enrollment of 248 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency at Lynn High School is 20–24%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, and reading proficiency at 25–29% is also lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranges from 20–29%, below the state average of 38%, indicating consistent underperformance in key academic areas.
The graduation rate is 80%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88% and the Winston County district average of 85%.
Enrollment increased slightly from 245 students in 2022 to 251 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility rose sharply from 26% in 2022 to 61% in 2023, reflecting a significant change in socioeconomic composition of this rural Alabama high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lynn High School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lynn High 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 Lynn High School is 0.06, 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
#835 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
31%
White
97%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynn High School's ranking?
Lynn High School is ranked #835 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Lynn High School often compared to?
Lynn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haleyville High School, Winston County High School, Meek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynn High School?
The graduation rate of Lynn High School is 80%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lynn High School?
256 students attend Lynn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lynn High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lynn High School?
Lynn High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lynn High School offer ?
Lynn High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lynn High School part of?
Lynn High School is part of Winston County School District.
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