For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,786 students in 35209, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,519 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 35209, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35209, AL are Edgewood Elementary School, Shades Cahaba Elementary School and Homewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35209 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35209, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35209, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
901 College Ave
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2400
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2400
Grades: K-5
| 807 students
Rank: #22.
Shades Cahaba Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3001 Independence Drive
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 871-1113
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 871-1113
Grades: K-5
| 503 students
Rank: #33.
Homewood High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1901 S Lakeshore Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 871-9663
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 871-9663
Grades: 9-12
| 1,267 students
Rank: #44.
Hall Kent Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
213 Hall Ave
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2430
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2430
Grades: PK-5
| 677 students
Rank: #55.
Homewood Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
395 Mecca Avenue
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 870-0878
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 870-0878
Grades: 6-8
| 982 students
Rank: #66.
Magic City Acceptance Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 Bagby Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 961-3204
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 961-3204
Grades: 6-12
| 209 students
Rank: #77.
Jefferson County Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2100 18th Street South
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 379-2070
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 379-2070
Grades: K-12
| 341 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35209, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35209, AL include Edgewood Elementary School, Shades Cahaba Elementary School and Homewood High School.
How many public schools are located in 35209, AL?
7 public schools are located in 35209, AL.
What percentage of students in 35209, AL go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 35209, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35209, AL?
35209, AL public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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