Serving 758 students in grades 8-12, Jacksonolin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonolin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jacksonolin High School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacksonolin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonolin High School is 0.17, 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
#1256 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
91%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 #1256 out of 1,285 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 29% 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 79%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jacksonolin High School?
758 students attend Jacksonolin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Jacksonolin High School students are Black, 8% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacksonolin High School offer ?
Jacksonolin High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
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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