For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,976 students in 35215, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35215, AL are Bryant Park Elementary School, Huffman Academy and Sun Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35215 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35215, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35215, AL Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bryant Park Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Bryant Park Drive
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2850
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2850
Grades: PK-5
| 617 students
Rank: #22.
Huffman Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Cheyenne Boulevard
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5800
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 714 students
Rank: #33.
Sun Valley Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1010 18th Ave Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5740
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5740
Grades: PK-5
| 619 students
Rank: #44.
Martha Gaskins K5
(Math: 5% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Dalton Drive
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-9200
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-9200
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Rank: #55.
Chalkville Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
940 Chalkville School Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2950
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2950
Grades: PK-5
| 813 students
Rank: #66.
Erwin Intermediate School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1958 Eagle Landing
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3350
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3350
Grades: 3-5
| 584 students
Rank: #77.
Huffman Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
517 Huffman Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5370
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5370
Grades: 6-8
| 414 students
Rank: #88.
Erwin Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
532 23rd Avenue Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3430
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3430
Grades: 6-8
| 631 students
Rank: #99.
Smith Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Five Mile Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5675
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5675
Grades: 6-8
| 463 students
Rank: n/an/a
4801 Indian Trail
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2900
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2900
Grades: PK-2
| 612 students
35215, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 Red Lane Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5500
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5500
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
625 14th Ave Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5130
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5130
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35215, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35215, AL include Bryant Park Elementary School, Huffman Academy and Sun Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35215, AL?
10 public elementary schools are located in 35215, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35215, AL?
35215, AL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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