For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,154 students in 35218, AL (there are 4 private schools, serving 451 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 35218, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35218, AL are Minor Elementary School and Jacksonolin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35218 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35218, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 35218, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Minor Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2425 Ave Sensley
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6555
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6555
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Jacksonolin High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Avenue F Ensley
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6431
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6431
Gr: 9-12 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35218, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35218, AL include Minor Elementary School and Jacksonolin High School.
How many public schools are located in 35218?
2 public schools are located in 35218.
What percentage of students in 35218 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 35218 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35218?
35218 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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