For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 999 students in 35222, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 376 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 35222, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35222, AL are Avondale Elementary School and Hayes K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35222 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35222, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35222, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Avondale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4000 8th Ct S
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-7130
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-7130
Grades: PK-5
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Hayes K8
(Math: 2% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 43rd Street North
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-8900
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-8900
Grades: PK-8
| 672 students
35222, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
505 43rd St N
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-8440
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-8440
Grades: 9-11
| n/a students
549 43rd St N
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-3800
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-3800
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35222, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35222, AL include Avondale Elementary School and Hayes K8.
How many public schools are located in 35222?
2 public schools are located in 35222.
What percentage of students in 35222 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 35222 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35222?
35222 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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