For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,812 students in 35206, AL (there are 6 private schools, serving 408 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 35206, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35206, AL are Christian School, I3 Phase 2 and Robinson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35206 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35206, AL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35206, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Christian School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
725 Mountain Dr
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5249
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5249
Grades: PK-8
| 642 students
Rank: #22.
I3 Phase 2
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7901 1st Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 403-5777
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 403-5777
Grades: 4-6
| 94 students
Rank: #33.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8400 1st Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5555
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5555
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Barrett Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7601 Division Ave
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-8130
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-8130
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #55.
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 81st Street South
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-9400
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-9400
Grades: 6-8
| 319 students
35206, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
721 86th St S
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5190
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5190
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
7900 8th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-8250
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-8250
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Mcneel School - Vacca Campus (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
8950 Roebuck Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 838-4981
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 838-4981
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35206, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35206, AL include Christian School, I3 Phase 2 and Robinson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35206, AL?
5 public schools are located in 35206, AL.
What percentage of students in 35206, AL go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 35206, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35206, AL?
35206, AL public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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