Ramsay High School is a four-year magnet high school in Birmingham, Alabama. It is one of seven high schools in the Birmingham City School System and one of three International Baccalaureate schools in the Birmingham metropolitan area.
Serving 711 students in grades 9-12, Ramsay High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ramsay High School's student population of 711 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1930
School Rankings
Ramsay High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramsay High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#632 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
96%
32%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramsay High School's ranking?
Ramsay High School is ranked #632 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ramsay High School often compared to?
Ramsay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spain Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ramsay High School?
The graduation rate of Ramsay High School is 98%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ramsay High School?
711 students attend Ramsay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ramsay High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramsay High School?
Ramsay High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ramsay High School offer ?
Ramsay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramsay High School part of?
Ramsay High School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ramsay High School located?
Ramsay High School is located in the Five Points South neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Points South.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2019
I attended Ramsey when the school was first integrated. I enjoyed the dance instructor and civic teacher.The experienced influenced my life. My hope is more diversity and continued success with preparing future successful and thoughtful leaders.
5 4/26/2014
Not only does Ramsay provide an enriching academic experience, but it was awarded for having a safe campus relatively free of discipline problems. Also the athletic teams are extremely competitive with the basketball program having won 2 state championships and consitantly competing for state titles.
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