For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,334 students in 35207, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35207, AL are Hudson Keight School and George Washington Carver High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35207 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35207, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35207, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hudson Keight School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 F L Shuttlesworth Dr
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3000
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3000
Gr: PK-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
George Washington Carver High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3900 24th St N
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3900
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3900
Gr: 9-12 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
3900 24th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-4600
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-4600
Gr: 3-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
35207, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2620 35th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3555
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3555
Gr: K-5
Opportunity Center At Riggins (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
3177 44th Ct N
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3675
Birmingham, AL 35207
(205) 231-3675
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35207, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35207, AL include Hudson Keight School and George Washington Carver High School.
How many public schools are located in 35207?
3 public schools are located in 35207.
What is the racial composition of students in 35207?
35207 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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