For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,126 students in 35223, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35223, AL are Mountain Brook Elementary School and Brookwood Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35223 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35223, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35223, AL Public Elementary 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35223, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35223, AL include Mountain Brook Elementary School and Brookwood Forest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35223?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35223.
What is the racial composition of students in 35223?
35223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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