Jackson-Olin High School

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Jackson-Olin High School

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

School Details

Head of School
Mr Anthony L Gardner
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
900
Average ACT Score
17
Math Proficiency
0%
Reading Proficiency
10%
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
10%
Math Proficiency
0%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
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

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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
57.4%
Female
42.6%
Black
90.5%
Hispanic
8.7%
Two or more races
<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 137 Students
Alabama State University 127 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 122 Students
The University of Alabama 106 Students
Lawson State Community College - Birmingham 84 Students
Tuskegee University 76 Students
Troy University 74 Students
Jacksonville State University 74 Students
Auburn University 66 Students
The University of Alabama in Huntsville 63 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 55 Students
Business 37 Students
Biology 27 Students
Psychology 24 Students
Computer Science 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 13 Students
Chemistry 10 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 10 Students
Interior Design 10 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 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 Alum
12/2/2023
While attending this high school, it prepared me fir where I am, and who I am today. Jackson-Olin provided a multitude of college readiness courses such as a healthcare course and even computer courses. I've also obtain to build my character while attending here and wouldn't regret attending my 4 years of high school here.
2.0 Senior
11/21/2019
My experience has been better than middle school. I have had an opportunity to pull my GPA up. The school does need some improvement and money to be able to more things. Our school environment is in poor condition as well. The criteria we teach on will sometime not prep us for ACT or knowledge on ACT.
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 713 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 0% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 10% 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 $98,532. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fairfield High Preparatory School, A.H. Parker High School, Homebound High School, 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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