For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 423 students in 35218, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 35218, AL is Minor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 35218 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35218, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35218, AL Public Elementary 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 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
35218, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3013 Ave F
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6130
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6130
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Minority enrollment: 99%
1400 Ave M Ensley
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6190
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6190
Gr: PK-6
Ensley High Alternative Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1303 Ave F
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6250
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6250
Gr: 9-12
Ensley High School-magnet (Closed 2007)
Magnet School
2301 Ave J Ensley
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6250
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6250
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Ensley Middle Alternative Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1303 Avenue F
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6250
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6250
Gr: 6-8
1300 Avenue F Ensley
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6431
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6431
Gr: 8-12 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Olin Vocational School (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
1054 Ave F
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 783-6126
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 783-6126
Gr: 7-12
2009 Ave Q
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6740
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 231-6740
Gr: K-5 | 154 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35218, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35218, AL include Minor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35218?
1 public elementary schools are located in 35218.
What is the racial composition of students in 35218?
35218 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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