Serving 967 students in grades 10-12, Mountain Brook High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Brook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Mountain Brook High School's student population of 967 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Brook High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Brook High School is 0.10, 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
#64 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
95%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Mountain Brook High School (MBHS) is a three-year public high school within the city of Mountain Brook, Alabama, a residential area of Birmingham.
- Mountain Brook High School serves grades 10-12 and enrolled 992 students during the 2004-2005 school year. Barlow joined the Mountain Brook High School staff in 1996 after vacating his previous position in Georgia’s Gwinnett School System. Before joining the MBHS team, assistant principal Ben Hudson served as assistant principal of Tarrant High School. Similarly, assistant principal Patrick Kellogg served as assistant principal of Pelham High School before arriving at MBHS.
- Mountain Brook High School colors are green and gold and the athletic teams are called the "Spartans". Along with its many academic clubs, the school had sororities until the early 2000's. The school also had fraternities until the early-to-mid 1990's. Both groups were disbanded for misbehavior.
- Active school groups and clubs:
- American Field Service (AFS) - This organization is intended to promote world peace through understanding other cultures. The Mountain Brook High School AFS chapter sponsors international students throughout the year, as well as sponsoring MBHS students to other countries.
- Ambassadors - This is a coed service club designed primarily to assist new students and their families in becoming familiar with and involved in school activities.
- Art Club - Any student studying art who enjoys activities with others with the same interest is encouraged to join this art related group.
- The Cage - The Cage is comprised of a multitude of students from the Junior and Senior class who show an extreme support of their Spartans!
- Connection - This is a coed service club whose purpose is to promote drug awareness and to provide peer support for all students who choose not to drink, smoke, or take drugs. Members are required to sign a pledge to not use alcohol or other drugs.
- Debate Club - This club is for any students enrolled or previously enrolled in debate.
- French Club - This club's sole purpose is to acquaint students learning the French language with French culture.
- Latin Club - This club's sole purpose is to acquaint students learning Latin with classical culture.
- Spartan Pride - This club is for any member of the student body who wishes to show their school pride.
- Outdoors Club - Members of this organization determine opportunities for hikes, excursions and/or trips in order to explore surrounding areas, preserves, and points of interest in Alabama.
- Thespians - The objective of this club is to stimulate interest in the dramatic arts.
- Spanish Club - This club's sole purpose is to acquaint students learning Spanish with Spanish culture.
- Stand-up Club - An independent, student-run organization that seeks to actively challenge complacency towards underage drinking. This club is dedicated to promoting a community free from underage drinking regardless of any social pressure.
- Stock Market Club - This club meets to study and discuss information and trends in the world’s stock markets.
- Students for Environmental Action - This club is for students concerned about the environment. Activities include letter-writing, volunteering, poster campaigns, and fund-raising by selling environmentalist t-shirts, etc.
- Accomplishments:
- United States Department of Education Blue Ribbon School; 1983-84, 1992-93.
- United States Department of Education Secondary Schools Recognition Program.
- Selected by Redbook magazine as one of 155 schools honored for "overall excellence" Recognized by Newsweek magazine as one of the nation's top 100 high schools.
- Honored by The College Board for academic excellence and outstanding support and participation in Advanced Placement Program.
- Mountain Brook has graduated three Rhodes Scholars.
- Mountain Brook has won more Alabama state athletic championships (102) than any other school in the state.
- Famous graduates:
- Nate Bland, baseball player (Seattle Mariners).
- John Cassimus, entrepreneur (Zöe's Kitchen).
- Courteney Cox, actress (Friends).
- David Jaffe, video game designer (God of War).
- Karen Saull, businesswoman and politician.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Brook High School's ranking?
Mountain Brook High School is ranked #64 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mountain Brook High School often compared to?
Mountain Brook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vestavia Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Brook High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Brook High School is 98%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Mountain Brook High School?
967 students attend Mountain Brook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mountain Brook High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Brook High School?
Mountain Brook High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Brook High School offer ?
Mountain Brook High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Mountain Brook High School part of?
Mountain Brook High School is part of Mountain Brook City School District.
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