Summary:
Alexandria, Alabama, is served by three public schools within the Calhoun County district, enrolling a total of 1,695 students across elementary, middle, and high school grades.
For parents, the standout school is Alexandria High School, which holds a 4-star rating and an exceptional 99.1% graduation rate—far above the state average of 91.5%. Its 11th-grade students outperform state averages in science and English by roughly 8 points each. Alexandria Elementary School is also a strong choice, recently jumping to a 4-star rating with 3rd-grade math proficiency at 68% (23 points above the state) and 3rd-grade English at 85% (20 points above). Alexandria Middle School is a consistent performer, also earning 4 stars, with 6th-grade math proficiency nearly 23 points above the state average. All three schools keep chronic absenteeism below the state's 12% rate, with the high school lowest at 8.4%.
The most significant concern is a sharp drop in 7th-grade math, where only 17% of students are proficient—a 40-point decline from 6th grade and below the state average. This is the district's clearest intervention target. On the positive side, science is a consistent strength across all grade levels, and the elementary school showed remarkable year-over-year growth in 3rd-grade math and English. Despite roughly half of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, these schools outperform state averages in most subjects, suggesting effective instruction. The high school spends about $2,300 more per student than the middle school, which may be worth examining given the middle school's math challenges. Overall, this district offers strong academics, excellent graduation rates, and engaged students, making it a solid choice for families.
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