Oak Mountain Middle School serves 1,057 students in grades 6-8.
Oak Mountain Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (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 72% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Mountain Middle School's student population of 1,057 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,057 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Mountain Middle School is ranked within the top 10% 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 Oak Mountain Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 1276 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
13%
32%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Oak Mountain Middle School is ranked #110 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Oak Mountain Middle School?
1,057 students attend Oak Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Oak Mountain Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Mountain Middle School?
Oak Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Oak Mountain Middle School offer ?
Oak Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oak Mountain Middle School part of?
Oak Mountain Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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