Serving 448 students in grades 9-12, Talladega 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talladega High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Talladega High School's student population of 448 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Better Tomorrow Begins By Pursuing Excellence Today
School Rankings
Talladega 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 Talladega High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
75%
32%
White
17%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talladega High School's ranking?
Talladega High School is ranked #1130 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Talladega High School often compared to?
Talladega High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sylacauga High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Talladega High School?
The graduation rate of Talladega High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Talladega High School?
448 students attend Talladega High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Talladega High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Talladega High School?
Talladega High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Talladega High School offer ?
Talladega High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Talladega High School part of?
Talladega High School is part of Talladega City School District.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
On my behalf Talladega High School is one of the most amazing schools that you can attend. The faculty there is loving and caring. The pricipal (Darren Douthit) is a pricipal who cares about your future and wont give up on nobody. The sports, Band, and other extracurricular activities are also wonderful. Talladega High School has a lot to offer to the City of Talladega. We also have a wonderful Director (Dr. Joanne Horton) she has came and change a lot of things at the high school and has done a lot of school improvments and we gladly thank her fot that.
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