Ariton School

About Ariton School

Ariton School is a private school in the heart of the city, providing a quality education to children from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school has a long-standing reputation for excellence in academics, with a focus on individualized learning and small class sizes. Ariton School also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, drama, and art.
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the needs of each student and encourages them to reach their full potential. Ariton School’s teachers are highly qualified and dedicated to helping students develop the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the future. The school also provides a safe and nurturing environment for students to learn and grow.
At Ariton School, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and develop their talents. The school also offers a variety of clubs and activities to help students develop their social skills and build friendships.
Ariton School is committed to providing a quality education and a supportive learning environment for all of its students. The school’s faculty and staff are dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential.

Address:	264 Creel Richardson Drive Ariton, AL 36311
Phone:	(334) 762-2371
Site:	ahs.dalecountyboe.org
Grades:	PreK – 12
Enrollment:	784 students

Overview Ariton School

Ariton School serves 784 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Ariton School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Ariton School

Ariton School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Ariton School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.