For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,766 students in 35216, AL (there are 6 private schools, serving 943 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 35216, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35216, AL are Vestavia Hills Elementary East, Pizitz Middle School and Vestavia Hills Elementary West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35216 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35216, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vestavia Hills Elementary East
(Math: 76% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2109 Tyson Dr
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Pizitz Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2826 Columbiana Road
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Gr: 6-8 | 1,131 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Vestavia Hills Elementary West
(Math: 71% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1965 Merryvale Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Gr: K-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Vestavia Hills High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2235 Lime Rock Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5250
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5250
Gr: 10-12 | 1,625 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
2020 Pizitz Drive
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Gr: 9 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
35216, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1289 Montgomery Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Gr: 4-5 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35216, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35216, AL include Vestavia Hills Elementary East, Pizitz Middle School and Vestavia Hills Elementary West.
How many public schools are located in 35216?
5 public schools are located in 35216.
What percentage of students in 35216 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 35216 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35216?
35216 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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