Loachapoka High School ranked #1046 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #816 in 2021, indicating a downward trend in overall state ranking within this Union County NJ high school vicinity.
Math proficiency was 6–9% in recent years, lower than the state average of approximately 30%, with reading proficiency at 25–29% and science proficiency at 20–24%, both rates below the state averages.
Enrollment declined from 297 students in 2011 to 270 in 2023, with minority enrollment remaining high at 93%, and free lunch eligibility increasing from 63% in 1999 to 91% in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic shifts.
Serving grades 7 through 12, Loachapoka High School had an enrollment of 270 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, ranking among the lowest ratios statewide for New Jersey high schools in similar demographic settings.
The school maintained a graduation rate around 90% over recent years, slightly higher than the state average near 88%, despite challenges in proficiency scores in this Alabama high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loachapoka 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
Loachapoka High School's student population of 277 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence - A Vision for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Loachapoka 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 Loachapoka High School is 0.47, 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
#1046 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Hispanic
23%
12%
Black
69%
31%
White
6%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loachapoka High School's ranking?
Loachapoka High School is ranked #1046 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Loachapoka High School often compared to?
Loachapoka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smiths Station 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loachapoka High School?
The graduation rate of Loachapoka High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Loachapoka High School?
277 students attend Loachapoka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Loachapoka High School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loachapoka High School?
Loachapoka High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Loachapoka High School offer ?
Loachapoka High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loachapoka High School part of?
Loachapoka High School is part of Lee County School District.
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