Demopolis High School ranked #835 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #865 in 2022 and from higher ranks in previous years such as #536 in 2018, indicating weakening overall ranking trends for this Union County NJ high school.
Math proficiency ranged from 20% to 24% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of approximately 30%, while reading and science proficiency were between 25% and 29%, both also lower than the respective state averages.
Enrollment remained stable around 623 students in grades 9–12 with a slight recent decrease from 653 in 2022; minority enrollment accounted for 58%, with 60% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 and average class size of 15, supporting an enrollment of 623 students in the 2023 academic year.
Graduation rates ranged from 90% to 94% between 2019 and 2023, consistently higher than the Alabama state average of about 88%, despite lower test performance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Demopolis High School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Demopolis 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 Demopolis High School is 0.58, 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
#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)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
50%
32%
White
42%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demopolis High School's ranking?
Demopolis High School is ranked #835 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?
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 Demopolis High School?
The graduation rate of Demopolis High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Demopolis High School?
623 students attend Demopolis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Demopolis High School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Demopolis High School?
Demopolis High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Demopolis High School offer ?
Demopolis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Demopolis High School part of?
Demopolis High School is part of Demopolis City School District.
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