For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 672 students in 35222, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35222, AL is Hayes K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35222 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35222, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35222, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in 35222, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35222, AL include Hayes K8.
How many public middle schools are located in 35222?
1 public middle schools are located in 35222.
What is the racial composition of students in 35222?
35222 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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