For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 402 students in 35208, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35208, AL is Bush Hills Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35208 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35208, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35208, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Rank: #11.
Bush Hills Steam Academy
(Math: 2% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 16th Street West
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6370
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6370
Gr: 6-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
35208, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35208, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35208, AL include Bush Hills Steam Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 35208?
1 public middle schools are located in 35208.
What is the racial composition of students in 35208?
35208 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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