Greenville High School ranked #1130 in Alabama in 2023, reflecting a decline from #907 in 2014 and remaining in the bottom 50% statewide overall testing ranking.
Math proficiency at Greenville High School was 10–14%, reading proficiency was 10–14%, and science proficiency was 10–14%, all lower than the state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively.
Enrollment declined from 835 students in 1999 to 565 students in 2023, while minority enrollment rose to 77%, with 79% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating increasing socioeconomic need.
Greenville High School served grades 9–12 with an enrollment of 565 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 in 2023.
The graduation rate ranged from 65% to 69% in 2023, substantially lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenville High School's student population of 565 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Rankings
Greenville 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 Greenville High School is 0.43, 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
#1130 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
72%
32%
White
23%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Greenville High School's ranking?
Greenville High School is ranked #1130 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Greenville High School often compared to?
Greenville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgiana School, Mckenzie High School, Greenville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenville High School?
The graduation rate of Greenville High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Greenville High School?
565 students attend Greenville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Greenville High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenville High School?
Greenville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenville High School offer ?
Greenville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenville High School part of?
Greenville High School is part of Butler County School District.
School Reviews
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