Flomaton High School

Flomaton High School is a regular public school located in the rural community of Flomaton, Alabama, in Escambia County. The school serves students from sixth through twelfth grade, making it a unique K-12 school with a total enrollment of 572 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 21.2:1, students receive individual attention from the school’s 27 full-time equivalent teachers.

Flomaton High School has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10, placing it at the 41st percentile among Alabama schools. The school's academic performance, as measured by test scores, shows that 48% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts, while 21% are proficient or above in math. These scores indicate that the school is focusing on student development and has room for academic growth.

The surrounding neighborhood, with a median household income of $42,500 and a median home value of $124,000, reflects a community where 17% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher and 23.2% of the population lives below the poverty line. Despite these challenges, the school community is tight-knit and supportive. Flomaton High School is deeply rooted in its rural setting, offering a close-knit environment where students and teachers work together to achieve academic and personal success.

The student-teacher ratio at Flomaton High School is 21.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Flomaton High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.