For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,310 students in 35213, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 714 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 35213, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35213, AL are Crestline Elementary School, Cherokee Bend Elementary School and Mountain Brook Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35213 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35213, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crestline Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3785 Jackson Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-8126
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-8126
Gr: PK-6 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Bend Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4400 Fair Oaks Dr
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3595
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3595
Gr: PK-6 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Mountain Brook Junior High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
205 Overbrook Dr
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3516
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3516
Gr: 7-9 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35213, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35213, AL include Crestline Elementary School, Cherokee Bend Elementary School and Mountain Brook Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 35213?
3 public schools are located in 35213.
What percentage of students in 35213 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 35213 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35213?
35213 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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