Serving 495 students in grades 6-12, Reeltown High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reeltown High School's student population of 495 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Building students today for a better future tomorrow.'
School Rankings
Reeltown 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 Reeltown High School is 0.43, 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
#722 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
21%
31%
White
73%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reeltown High School's ranking?
Reeltown High School is ranked #722 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Reeltown High School often compared to?
Reeltown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tallassee High School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reeltown High School?
The graduation rate of Reeltown High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Reeltown High School?
495 students attend Reeltown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Reeltown High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reeltown High School?
Reeltown High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reeltown High School offer ?
Reeltown High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reeltown High School part of?
Reeltown High School is part of Tallapoosa County School District.
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