The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 83%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (11-12)
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
An Education that is Workforce Ready
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
83%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Asian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(11-12)n/a
5%
Black
(11-12)n/a
34%
White
(11-12)100%
58%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
1%
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
44%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
19%
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% AL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Career Technical Center?
The graduation rate of Career Technical Center is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 78%.
How many students attend Career Technical Center?
16 students attend Career Technical Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Career Technical Center students are White.
What grades does Career Technical Center offer ?
Career Technical Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Career Technical Center part of?
Career Technical Center is part of Etowah County School District.
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