Boaz High School's overall state ranking declined from #253 in 2010 to #962 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% among Alabama high schools.
Math proficiency ranged between 15–19%, reading proficiency between 20–24%, and science proficiency between 25–29%, all lower than the Alabama state averages in recent years.
Enrollment increased from 528 students in 2005 to 722 in 2023, with minority enrollment comprising 52% of the student body; free and reduced–price lunch eligibility rose to 70% in 2023, indicating a growing low–income population.
The school served grades 9–12 with 722 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023.
Graduation rates consistently ranged from 80–94% between 2013 and 2023, surpassing the state average of approximately 88% over the same period.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boaz area, with students typically within a 5-10 minute drive (averaging 2.4 miles, up to 5.4 miles at most).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boaz High School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Total students increased by 8 to 722 in 2024, reversing a downward trend from 2021’s high of 727. This recent growth signifies a positive shift in enrollment after a period of fluctuation in previous years.
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Total classroom teachers remained stable at 43 in recent years, showing no change from the previous year. Over the long term, the number decreased from 45 in 2012 to 43 in 2023, reflecting a decline.
School Motto
Anchored In Excellence
School Rankings
Boaz 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 Boaz High School is 0.58, 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
#962 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Declined sharply from #857 in 2022 to #962 in 2023, reversing its previous trend of modest improvement. This recent drop indicates a weakening against the long-term trajectory and a widening gap compared to district performance.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Dropped sharply from 22% in 2022 to 17% in 2023 after a long-term decline, now significantly underperforming against the district and state averages, widening the gap in math proficiency from 14% to 19% points.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Declined sharply from 17% in 2021 to 22% in 2022, reversing a long-term trend of gradual improvement since 2011, and now significantly underperforming compared to the district and state, widening the gap to 23% and 25%, respectively.
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Reduced from 18:1 to 17:1 in the last year, showing improvement after a stable period. This recent trend marks a divergence towards the state average of 19:1, suggesting enhanced performance relative to peers.
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
44%
11%
Hispanic student percentage increased sharply from 40% to 44% in the last year, marking a reversal from years of stability. This surge positions Boaz High School consistently above the district average of 45%.
Black
2%
32%
White
48%
51%
Declined from 53% in 2023 to 48% in 2024, reversing a trend of gradual decrease over recent years; the school is now diverging from the district, which remained above 51%.
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Increased from 2% to 3% in 2024, reversing a downward trend over the previous years. This improvement positions the school more favorably against both the district and state averages, indicating positive momentum.
All Ethnic Groups
Increased from 0.51 in 2019 to 0.58 in 2024, marking a sustained upward trend over the past few years while remaining consistent with the district average, highlighting an improving relative position.
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Graduation rates increased sharply from 87% in 2022 to 92% in 2023, reversing a declining trend from previous years. This positions Boaz High School consistently above both district and state levels, indicating strong recent performance.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Free lunch eligibility increased by 20 percentage points from 2022 to 2024, reversing a long-term downward trend, and is now outperforming the state average, narrowing the gap to the district to just 2 percentage points.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Reduced-price lunch eligibility dropped sharply from 8% to 4% over the past two years, reversing a prior upward trend. The school is now closer to the district's eligibility rate, which has remained stable at 5%.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boaz High School's ranking?
Boaz High School is ranked #962 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Boaz High School often compared to?
Boaz High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boaz High School?
The graduation rate of Boaz High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Boaz High School?
722 students attend Boaz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Boaz High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boaz High School?
Boaz High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boaz High School offer ?
Boaz High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boaz High School part of?
Boaz High School is part of Boaz City School District.
School Calendar
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Date
BHS - Students Last Day
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
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