For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,986 students in 35206, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35206, AL are Christian School, Robinson Elementary School and I3 Academy Phase 2. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35206 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35206, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35206, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Christian School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
725 Mountain Dr
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5249
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5249
Gr: PK-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8400 1st Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5555
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-5555
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
I3 Academy 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
Gr: 6-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #55.
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 81st Street South
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-9400
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 231-9400
Gr: 6-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
35206, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mcneel School - Vacca Campus (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8950 Roebuck Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 838-4981
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 838-4981
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35206, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35206, AL include Christian School, Robinson Elementary School and I3 Academy Phase 2.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35206?
5 public elementary schools are located in 35206.
What is the racial composition of students in 35206?
35206 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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