Jackson-Olin High School

Jackson-Olin High School

Public High School | Grade 8-12
1300 Avenue F,  Birmingham, AL
Birmingham City Schools
3.3
3.4
758 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Anthony L Gardner
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
900
Average ACT Score
17
Math Proficiency
0%
Reading Proficiency
1%
Average GPA
3.05
Graduation Rate
72%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
C-
College Prep
C
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.05
Reading Proficiency
1%
Math Proficiency
0%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
900
Math
430
Verbal
470
Average ACT
17
Math
16
English
17
Reading
18
Science
17
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
28.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
90.4%
State Average
27.8%
Science
73.8%
State Average
21.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
270:1

Student Diversity

Male
58%
Female
42%
Black
90.9%
Hispanic
8.7%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Alabama A&M University 139 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 128 Students
Alabama State University 124 Students
The University of Alabama 108 Students
Lawson State Community College - Birmingham 87 Students
Troy University 76 Students
Jacksonville State University 76 Students
Tuskegee University 76 Students
Auburn University 68 Students
The University of Alabama in Huntsville 64 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 56 Students
Business 38 Students
Biology 27 Students
Psychology 26 Students
Computer Science 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 14 Students
Interior Design 11 Students
Chemistry 10 Students
Accounting 9 Students
Communications 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 91 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/23/2025
It is an amazing school I really enjoyed my time there. I learned a lot about the different cultures and how people navigate in life. I was able to keep up with my credits .
4.0 Senior
3/29/2024
As a student of Jackson Olin Highschool. I've gained countless of experiences in this school. I interacted with different people and teachers. Getting different views of the school from each perspective.
3.0 Alum
6/8/2022
I had an average experience at Jackson-Olin. Most of my teachers were great. However, administration and the counseling department needs an overhaul.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
3.0 parent
8/27/2009
5.0 student
8/26/2009
5.0 parent
4/23/2008
1.0 parent
2/26/2008

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Jackson-Olin High School is a public school for students in grades 8-12 in Birmingham, AL and is served by the Birmingham City Schools in Alabama. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 758 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 0% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 1% are proficient in reading. Jackson-Olin High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.05, the graduation rate is 72%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 900 and an ACT score of 17. The average home value in this area is $101,565. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fairfield High Preparatory School, A.H. Parker High School, Alabama School Of Fine Arts, and more. Learn more about what Birmingham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jackson-Olin High School.

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