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#161 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 12% in state

Mountain Brook High School

High School · Mountain Brook City

3650 Bethune Dr, Mountain Brk, AL 35223

Enrollment

970

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#161 of 1,356

In Mountain Brk

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Mountain Brook City

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Mountain Brook High School

8.7/10

High School in Mountain Brk · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mountain Brook High School

Mountain Brook High School is a public high school in Mountain Brk, AL, part of Mountain Brook City. Mountain Brook High School serves approximately 970 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Brook High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #161 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain Brook High School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.6 pts above AL schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • AL avg 5.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Mountain Brook High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation43.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,829
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Mountain Brook High School — Students at Mountain Brook High School score 75% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 86.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2018
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
81%
ELA
69%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Mountain Brook High School Compares

See how Mountain Brook High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
88th percentile in AL
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
98 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
43.4% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3650 Bethune Dr, Mountain Brk, AL 35223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain Brook High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Birmingham), a more accessible option. Additionally, HIGDON HILL SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Birmingham), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mountain Brk, see our Mountain Brk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk 0.9 mi 9.4
Cherokee Bend Elementary School Mountain Brk 1.3 mi 9.4
HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Birmingham 1.6 mi 8.5
RISING HOPE ACADEMY Birmingham 2.3 mi 7.8
WE Putnam Middle SchoolMagnet Irondale 2.5 mi 5.0
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Birmingham 2.4 mi 8.3
Liberty Park Middle School Vestavia 2.4 mi 8.9
Crestline Elementary School Mountain Brk 2.5 mi 9.6
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park Vestavia 2.5 mi 9.4
Irondale Community School Irondale 3.0 mi 4.7
Mountain Brook Junior High School Mountain Brk 2.5 mi 8.9
MCELWAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Birmingham 2.6 mi
NE MILES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Birmingham 2.8 mi 7.4
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights Vestavia Hills 3.1 mi 9.3
ALABAMA WALDORF SCHOOL Birmingham 3.1 mi 8.2
Oliver K5 School Birmingham 3.3 mi 8.2
THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL Birmingham 3.1 mi 7.1
ALLAN COTT SCHOOL Birmingham 3.1 mi 7.7
Mountain Brook Elementary School Mountain Brk 3.4 mi 9.4
HIGDON HILL SCHOOL Birmingham 4.1 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,079

Median Home Value

$744,400

Median Rent

$1,372/mo

Population

10,665

College Educated

83.9%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

46.9

Similar Schools

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Homewood High School Homewood, AL 8.4
Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores, AL 7.5
Hartselle High School Hartselle, AL 7.5
Pelham High School Pelham, AL 7.4
Orange Beach MiddleHigh School Orange Beach, AL

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain Brook High School

What grades does Mountain Brook High School serve?

Mountain Brook High School serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Mountain Brook High School?

Mountain Brook High School has an enrollment of approximately 970 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Brook High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Brook High School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain Brook High School rank in AL?

Mountain Brook High School ranks #161 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Mountain Brook High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain Brook High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mountain Brook High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Brook High School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mountain Brook High School a charter school?

No, Mountain Brook High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mountain Brook High School a Title I school?

No, Mountain Brook High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Brook High School?

3.5% of students at Mountain Brook High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
5 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
970
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
98
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

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