What grades does Thompson High School serve?

As a High school, Thompson High School serves students in Alabaster, AL. The school is administered by Alabaster City.

Where is Thompson High School located?

You can find Thompson High School in Alabaster, AL.

What school district is Thompson High School in?

Alabaster City is the school district for Thompson High School in Alabaster, AL. The district oversees 5 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thompson High School?

At Thompson High School, there are approximately 16.8 students for every teacher.

How many schools are in Alabaster City?

Alabaster City includes 5 schools serving students in Alabaster.

What schools are in Alabaster, AL?

Thompson High School is among the schools serving Alabaster, AL. The school is part of Alabaster City.

What school district serves Alabaster, AL?

The school district for Alabaster, AL is Alabaster City. Thompson High School and other schools are part of this district.

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Alabaster, AL 35007

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Sat

XC @ Early Bird Twilight - UMhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

ACT WorkKeys Paper Testing (Grade 12)examDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

Pre-K, K & 2nd Grade Thanksgiving LunchHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Pre-K, 1st & 3rd Grade Thanksgiving LunchHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break-No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

End of 1st Semester / 2-hour Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

2,132

Student:Teacher

16.8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Alabaster City

Econ. Disadvantaged

50.3%

Phone

(205)685-6700

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

38%

32th percentile in AL

Math Proficiency

34%

76th percentile in AL

Graduation Rate

97%

Chronic Absenteeism

7.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

22 courses offered

657 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

224 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

493 test takers

Athletics

9 sports, 22 teams

900 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.8:1

Near average in AL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,160

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

130

88% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,376

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,762

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,386

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 48%Local 41%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$255,600

+0.8% 1yr+23.9% 5yr

Birmingham, AL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

11.8%

Below 150% poverty line

3.2%

Unemployment rate

6.3%

Uninsured residents

6.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

778

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

749

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

35%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

230 (31%)

Autism

131 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

127 (17%)

Speech/Language Impairment

83 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

61 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

52 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

2,060

Current enrollment

Stable(-0% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sat, Sep 19, 2026

XC @ Early Bird Twilight - UM

half_day

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

ACT WorkKeys Paper Testing (Grade 12)

exam

Tue, Nov 17, 2026

Pre-K, K & 2nd Grade Thanksgiving Lunch

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Alabaster City. Thompson High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Sep 19, 2026	XC @ Early Bird Twilight - UMDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	ACT WorkKeys Paper Testing (Grade 12)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Pre-K, K & 2nd Grade Thanksgiving LunchDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Pre-K, 1st & 3rd Grade Thanksgiving LunchDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break-No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of 1st Semester / 2-hour Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Sun, Dec 20, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	PD/Teacher Work Day (No Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	Access Testing BeginsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day (Schools/Offices Closed)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break! District-wide	Break	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	2 Hour Early Dismissal/2nd Semester EndsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	PD/Teacher Work Day (No Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day (Schools/Offices Closed)District-wide	Holiday	—