For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,094 students in 35210, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35210, AL is Shades Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35210 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35210, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35210 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shades Valley High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35210, AL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shades Valley High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6100 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 379-5350
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 379-5350
Gr: 9-12 | 1,094 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
35210, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alabama Clinical Schools (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1221 Alton Dr
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 836-9923
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 836-9923
6100 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 379-5357
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 379-5357
Gr: 9-12
Shades Valley Technical Academy (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
5191 Pine Whispers Dr
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 379-5360
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 379-5360
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35210, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35210, AL include Shades Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35210?
1 public high schools are located in 35210.
What is the racial composition of students in 35210?
35210 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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