For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 754 students in 35207, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35207, AL is George Washington Carver High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35207 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35207, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35207 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is George Washington Carver High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35207, AL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 high schools in 35207, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35207, AL include George Washington Carver High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35207?
2 public high schools are located in 35207.
What is the racial composition of students in 35207?
35207 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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