For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 930 students in 35214, AL.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 35214 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35214, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35214, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
35214, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1500 Daniel Payne Dr
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-3190
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-3190
Gr: 6-8
1520 Cherry Ave
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 379-4050
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 379-4050
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Scott Extended Day Program (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
572 Cherry Ave Hibernian
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 783-6185
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 783-6185
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35214, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35214, AL include South Hampton K8 and Legacy Prep.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35214?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35214.
What is the racial composition of students in 35214?
35214 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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