Excellent
#127 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 9% in state
Mountain Brook Junior High School
Middle School · Mountain Brook City
205 Overbrook Rd, Mountain Brk, AL 35213
Enrollment
994
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.9
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
994
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.9
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#127 of 1,356
In Mountain Brk
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Mountain Brook City
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain Brook Junior High School
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About Mountain Brook Junior High School
Mountain Brook Junior High School is a public middle school in Mountain Brk, AL, part of Mountain Brook City. Mountain Brook Junior High School serves approximately 994 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Brook Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Brook Junior High School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- AL avg 5.6
Score Breakdown
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Mountain Brook Junior High School — Students at Mountain Brook Junior High School score 75% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Mountain Brook Junior High School Compares
See how Mountain Brook Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
205 Overbrook Rd, Mountain Brk, AL 35213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Brook Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Crestline Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mountain Brook Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brookwood Forest Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mountain Brk, see our Mountain Brk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCELWAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 0.2 mi | — |
| Crestline Elementary School Mountain Brk | 0.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Mountain Brook Elementary School Mountain Brk | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| NE MILES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Avondale Elementary School Birmingham | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Shades Cahaba Elementary School Homewood | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF ALABAMA Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School Birmingham | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| ALABAMA WALDORF SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Hayes K8 Birmingham | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| RISING HOPE ACADEMY Birmingham | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Cherokee Bend Elementary School Mountain Brk | 2.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Ramsay High School Birmingham | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CREATIVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF SORROWS Birmingham | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Mountain Brook High School Mountain Brk | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$161,902
Median Home Value
$753,400
Median Rent
$1,749/mo
Population
15,950
College Educated
88.8%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pizitz Middle School Vestavia, AL | 9.2 |
| Fairhope Middle School Fairhope, AL | 8.6 |
| Homewood Middle School Homewood, AL | 8.6 |
| Robert F Bumpus Middle School Hoover, AL | 8.6 |
| Berry Middle School Hoover, AL | 8.1 |
| Ira F Simmons Middle School Hoover, AL | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Brook Junior High School
What grades does Mountain Brook Junior High School serve?
Mountain Brook Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Mountain Brook Junior High School?
Mountain Brook Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 994 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Brook Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Brook Junior High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Brook Junior High School rank in AL?
Mountain Brook Junior High School ranks #127 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Mountain Brook Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Brook Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Brook Junior High School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mountain Brook Junior High School a charter school?
No, Mountain Brook Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Brook Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Mountain Brook Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Brook Junior High School?
2.9% of students at Mountain Brook Junior 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 994
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.3%
- Phone
- (205) 871-3516
Resources & Links
District
Mountain Brook City- District Enrollment
- 4,387
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,829
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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