For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 828 students in 35214, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 60 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 35214, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35214, AL are South Hampton K8 and Legacy Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35214 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35214, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35214, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Hampton K8
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
565 Sheridan Rd Pratt City
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-6689
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-6689
Gr: PK-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #22.
Legacy Prep
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Daniel Payne Drive
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 573-0777
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 573-0777
Gr: K-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35214, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35214, AL include South Hampton K8 and Legacy Prep.
How many public schools are located in 35214?
2 public schools are located in 35214.
What percentage of students in 35214 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 35214 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35214?
35214 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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