Jacksonolin High School in Birmingham, AL closed in 2024 after ranking near #1258 in the state in 2023, marking a decline from its peak rank of #764 in 2011.
Math proficiency fell to 5% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was also 5%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Enrollment declined steadily from 1,433 students in 2010 to 784 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 27% in 2000 to 85% in 2023, reflecting increased socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 8–12 with a 20:1 student–teacher ratio in 2023, with total enrollment of 784 students and 39 teachers.
Graduation rates consistently remained below the state average, measuring 70% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson-Olin High School serves the west part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 33.5 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacksonolin High School's student population of 713 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jacksonolin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonolin High School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1258 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonolin High School's ranking?
Jacksonolin High School is ranked #1258 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacksonolin High School?
The graduation rate of Jacksonolin High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jacksonolin High School?
713 students attend Jacksonolin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Jacksonolin High School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonolin High School?
Jacksonolin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonolin High School offer ?
Jacksonolin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacksonolin High School part of?
Jacksonolin High School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacksonolin High School located?
Jacksonolin High School is located in the Ensley neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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