For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,096 students in 35223, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35223, AL are Mountain Brook Elementary School, Brookwood Forest Elementary School and Mountain Brook High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35223 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35223, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35223, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mountain Brook Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3020 Cambridge Rd
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 871-8191
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 871-8191
Grades: PK-6
| 537 students
Rank: #22.
Brookwood Forest Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3701 S Brookwood Rd
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3700
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3700
Grades: PK-6
| 589 students
Rank: #33.
Mountain Brook High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3650 Bethune Dr
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3800
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3800
Grades: 10-12
| 970 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35223, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35223, AL include Mountain Brook Elementary School, Brookwood Forest Elementary School and Mountain Brook High School.
How many public schools are located in 35223?
3 public schools are located in 35223.
What is the racial composition of students in 35223?
35223 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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