For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,116 students in 35221, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 13 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 35221, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35221, AL are Jones Valley Middle School and Wenonah High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35221 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35221, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35221, AL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jones Valley Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 31st Street Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1040
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1040
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Wenonah High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Wilson Rd Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1675
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1675
Gr: 9-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Midfield Area Vocational Department
Vocational School
1600 High School Dr
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 923-2833
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 923-2833
Gr: 9-12
35221, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2000 31st St Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1062
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1062
Gr: K-8 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35221, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35221, AL include Jones Valley Middle School and Wenonah High School.
How many public schools are located in 35221?
3 public schools are located in 35221.
What percentage of students in 35221 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 35221 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35221?
35221 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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