For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 370 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 46% (majority Black).
Best 35208, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
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 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
35208, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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 46% (majority Black).
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