Serving 1,194 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 42% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). 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 20:1 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 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Mountain Middle School's student population of 1,194 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Mountain Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#148 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Oak Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Oak Mountain Middle School is ranked #148 out of 1,285 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
1,194 students attend Oak Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Oak Mountain Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% 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 20:1, 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
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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