For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,229 students in 35244, AL (there are 3 private schools, serving 401 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 35244, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35244, AL are Brocks Gap Intermediate School, Riverchase Elementary School and Robert F Bumpus Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35244 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 35244, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35244, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brocks Gap Intermediate School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1730 Lake Cyrus Club Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1600
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1600
Grades: 3-5
| 472 students
Rank: #22.
Riverchase Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1950 Old Montgomery Highway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 658 students
Rank: #33.
Robert F Bumpus Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,154 students
Rank: #44.
Trace Crossings Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5454 Learning Lane
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 740 students
Rank: #55.
Hoover High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1200
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,716 students
Rank: #66.
South Shades Crest Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3770 South Shades Crest Rd
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Grades: PK-2
| 489 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads School
Alternative School
1085 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Riverchase Career Connection Center
Vocational School
853 Willow Oak Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1900
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1900
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
35244, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hoover High Freshman Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35244, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35244, AL include Brocks Gap Intermediate School, Riverchase Elementary School and Robert F Bumpus Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35244, AL?
8 public schools are located in 35244, AL.
What percentage of students in 35244, AL go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 35244, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35244, AL?
35244, AL public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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