Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Robert C Hatch High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert C Hatch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert C Hatch High School's student population of 415 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert C Hatch 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 Robert C Hatch High School is 0.00, 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
#1238 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Robert C Hatch High School's ranking?
Robert C Hatch High School is ranked #1238 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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert C Hatch High School?
The graduation rate of Robert C Hatch High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Robert C Hatch High School?
415 students attend Robert C Hatch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Robert C Hatch High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert C Hatch High School?
Robert C Hatch High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert C Hatch High School offer ?
Robert C Hatch High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert C Hatch High School part of?
Robert C Hatch High School is part of Perry County School District.
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