Hackleburg High School ranked #834 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a high of #343 in 2012, indicating weaker overall ranking performance over time among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was 69% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%; reading proficiency was 45–49%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 30–34%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined modestly to 222 students in 2023 from 238 in 2012, with minority enrollment stable at approximately 12%, and 65% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting increased socioeconomic need over recent years.
The school served grades 7–12 with 14 teachers in 2023, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, which ranked among the top 20% in Alabama for student attention.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 90% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hackleburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Hackleburg High School's student population of 265 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Hackleburg 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 Hackleburg High School is 0.21, 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
#834 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
31%
White
89%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hackleburg High School's ranking?
Hackleburg High School is ranked #834 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hackleburg High School often compared to?
Hackleburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hackleburg High School?
The graduation rate of Hackleburg High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hackleburg High School?
265 students attend Hackleburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hackleburg High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hackleburg High School?
Hackleburg High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hackleburg High School offer ?
Hackleburg High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hackleburg High School part of?
Hackleburg High School is part of Marion County School District.
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