Serving 315 students in grades 9-12, Piedmont High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piedmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Piedmont High School's student population of 315 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Go Bulldogs
School Rankings
Piedmont 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 Piedmont High School is 0.40, 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
#519 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
13%
31%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Piedmont City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont High School's ranking?
Piedmont High School is ranked #519 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Piedmont High School often compared to?
Piedmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacksonville High School, White Plains High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Piedmont High School?
The graduation rate of Piedmont High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Piedmont High School?
315 students attend Piedmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Piedmont High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piedmont High School?
Piedmont High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Piedmont High School offer ?
Piedmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piedmont High School part of?
Piedmont High School is part of Piedmont City School District.
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