Oak Mountain High School is a four-year public high school in the northern Shelby County suburbs of Birmingham, Alabama. It is part of Shelby County School Schools.
Serving 1,652 students in grades 9-12, Oak Mountain High 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 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oak Mountain High School's student population of 1,652 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Oak Mountain High 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 High School is 0.42, 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
#232 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
10%
32%
White
75%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Oak Mountain Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Mountain High School's ranking?
Oak Mountain High School is ranked #232 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Oak Mountain High School often compared to?
Oak Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea High School, Spain Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Mountain High School is 97%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Oak Mountain High School?
1,652 students attend Oak Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oak Mountain High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Mountain High School?
Oak Mountain High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Mountain High School offer ?
Oak Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Mountain High School part of?
Oak Mountain High School is part of Shelby County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2023
Phenomenal school!
1 10/20/2020
A beyond terrible school that seeks to destroy any individualism your child has and forces them to conform to a braindead student body.
5 2/23/2009
This school is wonderful all around. It has a wide variety of programs such as offering a variety of AP classes, a strong sports program, and a strong music and drama program. It has wonderful facilities and is located in a great community with strong parental involvement.
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