Jacksonolin High School in Birmingham, AL closed in 2024 after ranking near #1258 in the state in 2023, marking a decline from its peak rank of #764 in 2011.
Math proficiency fell to 5% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was also 5%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Enrollment declined steadily from 1,433 students in 2010 to 784 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 27% in 2000 to 85% in 2023, reflecting increased socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 8–12 with a 20:1 student–teacher ratio in 2023, with total enrollment of 784 students and 39 teachers.
Graduation rates consistently remained below the state average, measuring 70% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
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
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1258 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
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
70-74%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonolin High School's ranking?
Jacksonolin High School is ranked #1258 out of 1,275 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 30% 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 70-74%, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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