Serving 1,151 students in grades 9-12, Saraland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saraland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Saraland High School's student population of 1,151 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saraland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saraland High School is 0.51, 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
#380 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
21%
32%
White
67%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saraland High School's ranking?
Saraland High School is ranked #380 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Saraland High School often compared to?
Saraland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Satsuma High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saraland High School?
The graduation rate of Saraland High School is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Saraland High School?
1,151 students attend Saraland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Saraland High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saraland High School?
Saraland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saraland High School offer ?
Saraland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Saraland High School part of?
Saraland High School is part of Saraland City School District.
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