THOMPSON HIGH SCHOOL
Thompson High School is a public high school that is part of the Alabaster City school district, located in Alabaster, AL with about 1,981 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 114 teachers, Thompson High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Thompson High School, located in Alabaster, Alabama, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Alabaster City School District. Known for its extensive "Warrior" pride, the school operates out of a modern, expansive campus designed to support a comprehensive academic and extracurricular curriculum. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary success through a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical programs, and rigorous core academics.
Beyond the classroom, Thompson High School is highly regarded for its robust athletic programs and vibrant student life. The school maintains a strong culture of community involvement and school spirit, frequently serving as a focal point for the Alabaster area. By prioritizing both technological integration in the classroom and a wide variety of clubs and organizations, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that fosters leadership, academic excellence, and personal growth for its diverse student body.
For more information, contact Thompson High School at (205) 685-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 685-6700
http://ths.alabasterschools.org
THOMPSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Alabaster, AL with about 1,981 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Alabaster City
- Total Students:
- 1,981
- Teachers:
- 114.85
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,981 students
- White
- 60.2%
- Black or African American
- 21.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.7%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- Two or more races
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.7%
- Male
- 50.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.