Best 35221 Alabama Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 669 students in 35221, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35221, AL is Wenonah High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35221 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35221, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35221 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wenonah High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).

Best 35221, AL Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wenonah High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2800 Wilson Rd Sw
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
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 35221 Alabama

35221, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2000 31st St Sw
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 high schools in 35221, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35221, AL include Wenonah High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35221?
2 public high schools are located in 35221.
What is the racial composition of students in 35221?
35221 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).

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