THORSBY HIGH SCHOOL

Thorsby High School is a Title I public school that is part of the Chilton County school district, located in Thorsby, AL with about 642 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Thorsby High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Thorsby High School, located in Thorsby, Alabama, is part of the Chilton County School District and serves as a central educational hub for the local community. The school provides a comprehensive academic program that spans from middle school through high school, fostering a continuous learning environment. Known for its strong school spirit and tight-knit atmosphere, Thorsby High emphasizes both academic achievement and the development of well-rounded students through a variety of extracurricular activities and athletic programs.

The school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Thorsby, often acting as a focal point for community events and regional pride. By utilizing resources from the Chilton County district, the faculty focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves transitioning to college or entering the workforce. With its commitment to providing an inclusive and supportive environment, Thorsby High School remains dedicated to the growth and long-term success of its students within the Alabama education system.

For more information, contact Thorsby High School at (205) 280-4880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

54 Opportunity Dr
Thorsby, AL 35171
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THORSBY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Thorsby, AL with about 642 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
No
District:
Chilton County
Total Students:
642
Teachers:
30.66
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 642 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending THORSBY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
80.5%
Hispanic/Latino
13.7%
Black or African American
4.4%
Two or more races
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%

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.