Hatton High School, a Town Creek, AL public school serving grades 7–12, ranked #903 statewide in 2023, showing a decline from its peak rank of #569 in 2016.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average from 2013 to 2023, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state average of 88%.
Math proficiency remained substantially lower than the state average, at 10% in 2023 versus 30% statewide, with a declining trend since 2017.
Reading proficiency was 40% in 2022, lower than the state average of 47%, while science proficiency ranged between 30% and 34%, approximately equal to the state average.
Enrollment increased from 386 students in 2019 to 543 in 2023, with a student–teacher ratio steady at 16:1, and minority enrollment at 31% reflecting demographic stability for this Union County NJ high school alternative in rural Alabama.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hatton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hatton High School's student population of 536 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
Pride, Tradition, & Excellence
School Rankings
Hatton 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 Hatton High School is 0.49, 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
#903 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
14%
31%
White
69%
50%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatton High School's ranking?
Hatton High School is ranked #903 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hatton High School?
The graduation rate of Hatton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hatton High School?
536 students attend Hatton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hatton High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are American Indian, 3% 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 Hatton High School?
Hatton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hatton High School offer ?
Hatton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hatton High School part of?
Hatton High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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