Amelia L Johnson High School, a public PK–12 school in Thomaston, AL, ranked #946 in the state in 2023, improving from #1194 in 2022 but remaining in the bottom 50% overall in Alabama.
Math proficiency ranged from 20–24%, lower than the state average of 30% in 2023, while reading proficiency was 15–19%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 11–19%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined steadily from 459 students in 1999 to 156 in 2023, with minority enrollment consistently near 99% Black (not Hispanic), and free lunch eligibility increased to 92% of students in 2023.
The school served 156 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 in 2023, one of the lowest ratios in Alabama, reflecting increased student attention despite small enrollment.
Graduation rates fluctuated, reaching 80% in 2023 compared to the state average of 88%, marking improvement from 50% in 2021 and 2022 but still below district and state levels.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amelia L Johnson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Amelia L Johnson High School's student population of 142 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
Wisdom begins with Wonder
School Rankings
Amelia L Johnson 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 Amelia L Johnson High School is 0.04, 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
#946 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
98%
31%
White
2%
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
84%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amelia L Johnson High School's ranking?
Amelia L Johnson High School is ranked #946 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amelia L Johnson High School?
The graduation rate of Amelia L Johnson High School is 80%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Amelia L Johnson High School?
142 students attend Amelia L Johnson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Amelia L Johnson High School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amelia L Johnson High School?
Amelia L Johnson High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Amelia L Johnson High School offer ?
Amelia L Johnson High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amelia L Johnson High School part of?
Amelia L Johnson High School is part of Marengo County School District.
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