Serving 1,168 students in grades 6-8, Oak Mountain Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Mountain Middle School serves the northwest part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 21.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 3.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 10.3 miles from the school.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Mountain Middle School's student population of 1,168 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,168 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing for the Journey
School Rankings
Oak Mountain Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Mountain Middle School is 0.45, 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
#134 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Oak Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Oak Mountain Middle School is ranked #134 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Oak Mountain Middle School often compared to?
Oak Mountain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Middle School, Pelham Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Oak Mountain Middle School?
1,168 students attend Oak Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Oak Mountain Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Mountain Middle School offer ?
Oak Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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