Choctaw County High School ranked #1194 in Alabama in 2023, remaining in the bottom 50% of overall testing performance since 2010 with no significant rank improvements.
Math proficiency stood at 5%, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 15–19%, lower than the state average of approximately 47%, and science proficiency was 10–14%, also lower than the state average of about 38%.
Enrollment declined from 508 students in 2007 to 221 in 2023, with minority enrollment around 90%, predominantly Black students at 89%, and 78% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting a high level of socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades 7–12 with 221 students enrolled in 2023, a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, and achieved a graduation rate of 90%, slightly above the Alabama state average of 88%.
Choctaw County High School is Title I eligible and operates under the Choctaw County education agency in Butler, AL, without virtual instruction options.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Choctaw County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Choctaw County High School's student population of 221 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Choctaw County 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 Choctaw County High School is 0.20, 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
#1194 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
89%
32%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 is Choctaw County High School's ranking?
Choctaw County High School is ranked #1194 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Choctaw County High School?
The graduation rate of Choctaw County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Choctaw County High School?
221 students attend Choctaw County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Choctaw County High School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Choctaw County High School?
Choctaw County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Choctaw County High School offer ?
Choctaw County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Choctaw County High School part of?
Choctaw County High School is part of Choctaw County School District.
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