Alabama Connections Academy

21465 Al Hwy 99
Athens, AL 35614
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 7,822 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Alabama Connections Academy 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 8% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 7,822 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : 88% (Btm 50% in AL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Alabama Connections Academy's student population of 7,822 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
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Total Students
7,822 students
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School Rankings

Alabama Connections Academy 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 Alabama Connections Academy is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (AL)
#885 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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8%
30%
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42%
47%
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28%
38%
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
6%
12%
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Black
26%
31%
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White
61%
50%
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.56
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88%
88%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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School Statewide Testing
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alabama Connections Academy's ranking?
Alabama Connections Academy is ranked #885 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alabama Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Alabama Connections Academy is 88%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Alabama Connections Academy?
7,822 students attend Alabama Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Alabama Connections Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Alabama Connections Academy offer ?
Alabama Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Alabama Connections Academy part of?
Alabama Connections Academy is part of Limestone County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 7,822 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : 88% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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