Serving 315 students in grades 9-12, Oakman High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Oakman High School's student population of 315 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Oakman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakman High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1071 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
5%
31%
White
89%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakman High School's ranking?
Oakman High School is ranked #1071 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Oakman High School often compared to?
Oakman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curry High School, Jasper High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakman High School?
The graduation rate of Oakman High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Oakman High School?
315 students attend Oakman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Oakman High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakman High School?
Oakman High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakman High School offer ?
Oakman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakman High School part of?
Oakman High School is part of Walker County School District.
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