For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,305 students in 35215, AL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35215, AL are Huffman Middle School, Erwin Middle School and Smith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35215 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35215, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best 35215, AL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
35215, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 Red Lane Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5500
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5500
Gr: K-5
625 14th Ave Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5130
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5130
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35215, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35215, AL include Huffman Middle School, Erwin Middle School and Smith Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35215?
3 public middle schools are located in 35215.
What is the racial composition of students in 35215?
35215 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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