For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 713 students in 35218, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35218, AL is Jacksonolin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35218 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 35218, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35218 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jacksonolin High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35218, AL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
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
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 high schools in 35218, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35218, AL include Jacksonolin High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35218?
1 public high schools are located in 35218.
What is the racial composition of students in 35218?
35218 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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