For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 447 students in 35221, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 35221, AL is Jones Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 35221 have an average math proficiency score of 1% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35221, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35221, AL Public Elementary 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%
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 elementary schools in 35221, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35221, AL include Jones Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35221?
1 public elementary schools are located in 35221.
What is the racial composition of students in 35221?
35221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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