Needs Improvement
#1240 of 1,356 schools in AL
Etowah High School
High School · Attalla City
201 Case Avenue SE, Attalla, AL 35954
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,240 of 1,356
In Attalla
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Attalla City
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Etowah High School
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About Etowah High School
Etowah High School is a public high school in Attalla, AL, part of Attalla City. Etowah High School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Etowah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,240 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Etowah High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- AL avg 5.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Etowah High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Etowah High School — Students at Etowah High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How Etowah High School Compares
See how Etowah High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 Case Avenue SE, Attalla, AL 35954
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Etowah High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Southside High School (rated 4.9/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Southside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gadsden City High School (rated 4.3/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Gadsden), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Attalla, see our Attalla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Etowah Middle School Attalla | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Attalla Elementary School Attalla | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Ivalee Elementary School Attalla | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| WESTBROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rainbow City | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Walnut Park Elementary School Gadsden | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| COOSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gadsden | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Rainbow Middle School Rainbow City | 4.4 mi | 5.4 |
| John S Jones Elementary School Rainbow City | 4.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Gadsden City High School Gadsden | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Sansom Middle School Gadsden | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Floyd Elementary School Gadsden | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Eura Brown Elementary School Gadsden | 5.2 mi | 9.6 |
| HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Gadsden | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Gadsden Middle School Gadsden | 5.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary School Gadsden | 6.0 mi | 8.7 |
| W E Striplin Elementary School Gadsden | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Steele Elementary School Steele | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Southside High School Southside | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Southside Elementary School Southside | 7.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Carlisle Elementary School Boaz | 8.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,004
Median Home Value
$130,600
Median Rent
$681/mo
Population
12,170
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
81.8%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
45.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Childersburg High School Childersburg, AL | 3.9 |
| Continuous Learning Center Mobile, AL | 3.9 |
| Deshler High School Tuscumbia, AL | 3.9 |
| Hamilton High School Hamilton, AL | 3.9 |
| Ashville High School Ashville, AL | 4.0 |
| Cherokee County High School Centre, AL | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Etowah High School
What grades does Etowah High School serve?
Etowah High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Etowah High School?
Etowah High School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Etowah High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Etowah High School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Etowah High School rank in AL?
Etowah High School ranks #1,240 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Etowah High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Etowah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Etowah High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Etowah High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Etowah High School a charter school?
No, Etowah High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Etowah High School a Title I school?
No, Etowah High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Etowah High School?
78.6% of students at Etowah High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Etowah County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (256) 538-8381
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Attalla City- District Enrollment
- 1,538
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,641
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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