Southern Choctaw High School ranked #1100 in Alabama in 2023, showing fluctuations in the bottom 50% of state rankings since 2010.
Math proficiency was 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 25–29%, also lower than the state average of approximately 47%.
Science proficiency was 15–19%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 394 students in 2015 to 217 in 2023, with minority enrollment stable at approximately 57%, and 59% of students eligible for free lunch reflecting consistent socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 7–12 with 217 students and 16 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, among the lowest in Alabama.
Graduation rates at Southern Choctaw High School consistently met or exceeded the state average, reaching 90% in 2023 compared to Alabama's 88%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbertown area students typically commute 20-30 minutes, averaging 11 miles, with the furthest distance being 16.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Choctaw High School's student population of 217 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Motto
Equipping and Inspiring all Learners to Reach their Highest Potential
School Rankings
Southern Choctaw 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 Southern Choctaw High School is 0.54, 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
#1100 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
53%
32%
White
43%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Choctaw High School's ranking?
Southern Choctaw High School is ranked #1100 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Choctaw High School?
The graduation rate of Southern Choctaw High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Southern Choctaw High School?
217 students attend Southern Choctaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Southern Choctaw High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Choctaw High School?
Southern Choctaw High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Choctaw High School offer ?
Southern Choctaw High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Choctaw High School part of?
Southern Choctaw High School is part of Choctaw County School District.
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