EAST LIMESTONE HIGH SCHOOL
East Limestone High School is a public high school that is part of the Limestone County school district, located in Athens, AL with about 1,198 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, East Limestone High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
East Limestone High School, located in Athens, Alabama, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Limestone County School District. Committed to academic rigor and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school emphasizes a well-rounded experience by encouraging participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led organizations that foster leadership and community engagement.
The school is deeply integrated into the local Limestone County community, maintaining a focus on building a supportive environment that prioritizes student success and school spirit. By leveraging modern resources and a dedicated faculty, East Limestone High strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are challenged to reach their full potential. With a strong tradition of academic and athletic achievement, the school remains a focal point for families in the Athens area looking for a community-oriented high school experience.
For more information, contact East Limestone High School at (256) 233-6660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Athens, AL 35613
(256) 233-6660
http://www.eastlimestonehigh.org
EAST LIMESTONE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Athens, AL with about 1,198 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Limestone County
- Total Students:
- 1,198
- Teachers:
- 58.91
- 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 1,198 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending EAST LIMESTONE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 75.4%
- Black or African American
- 16.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 1.4%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.7%
- Male
- 53.3%
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.