Cullman High School ranked #339 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #68 in 2010 and #83 in 2018, indicating downward ranking trends over recent years among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was 51% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, though it showed a decline from 76% in 2018; reading proficiency was 48%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%, while science proficiency was 46%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased modestly to 997 students in 2023, up from 895 in 2018, with minority enrollment steady around 14%, and 26% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting socioeconomic shifts over the last five years.
The school serves grades 9 through 12 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, lower than comparable schools such as Fairview High School with a 21:1 ratio, indicating higher student attention levels.
Cullman High School maintained a 95% graduation rate in 2023, above the Alabama state average of 88%, placing it in the top 30% statewide for graduation outcomes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cullman area, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive (avg. 2.8 mi., furthest 5.9 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cullman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cullman High School's student population of 986 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Rankings
Cullman High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cullman High School is 0.25, 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
#339 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
1%
32%
White
86%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cullman High School's ranking?
Cullman High School is ranked #339 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Cullman High School often compared to?
Cullman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview High School, West Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cullman High School?
The graduation rate of Cullman High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cullman High School?
986 students attend Cullman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cullman High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cullman High School?
Cullman High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cullman High School offer ?
Cullman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cullman High School part of?
Cullman High School is part of Cullman City School District.
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