Below Average
#1144 of 1,356 schools in AL
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
Middle School · Birmingham City
501 81st Street South, Birmingham, AL 35206
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,144 of 1,356
In Birmingham
#45 of 58
public schools
In district
#30 of 42
Birmingham City
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About Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School is a public middle school in Birmingham, AL, part of Birmingham City. Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,144 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 3.6
- AL avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School — Students at Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
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: 5.3/10.
How Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School Compares
See how Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle 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
501 81st Street South, Birmingham, AL 35206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WE Putnam Middle SchoolMagnet (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Irondale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is i3 Academy Phase 2 (rated 4.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Huffman Middle School (rated 2.6/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robinson Elementary School Birmingham | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BANKS ACADEMY Birmingham | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BANKS ACADEMY Birmingham | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| i3 Academy Phase 2 Birmingham | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Barrett Elementary School Birmingham | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| TRINITY OUTREACH MINISTRIES Birmingham | 1.2 mi | — |
| HIGDON HILL SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MARANATHAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 1.7 mi | — |
| Martha Gaskins K5 Birmingham | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Christian School Birmingham | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Irondale Community School Irondale | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Oliver K5 School Birmingham | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| INTEGRITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 2.4 mi | — |
| WE Putnam Middle SchoolMagnet Irondale | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Huffman Middle School Birmingham | 2.5 mi | 2.6 |
| ALABAMA WALDORF SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Woodlawn High SchoolMagnet Birmingham | 2.6 mi | 2.0 |
| RISING HOPE ACADEMY Birmingham | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS OF ALABAMA Birmingham | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CORNERSTONE HIGH SCHOOL Birmingham | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,051
Median Home Value
$122,500
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
15,031
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
43.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chapman Middle School Huntsville, AL | 4.5 |
| Evelyn D Houston Elementary School Talladega, AL | 4.4 |
| South Highlands Middle School Union Springs, AL | 4.4 |
| CollinsRiverside Middle School Northport, AL | 4.3 |
| Mobile County Training Middle School Mobile, AL | 4.3 |
| Stevenson Middle School Stevenson, AL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
What grades does Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School serve?
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School?
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School rank in AL?
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School ranks #1,144 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School a charter school?
No, Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School a Title I school?
No, Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School?
92.6% of students at Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (205) 231-9400
Resources & Links
District
Birmingham City- District Enrollment
- 20,884
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,201
- District Rank
- #30 of 42
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