Best 35224 Alabama Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 786 students in 35224, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35224, AL are Minor Community School and Wylam Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35224 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35224, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).

Best 35224, AL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Minor Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3006 Cora Avenue
Birmingham, AL 35224
(205) 379-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Wylam Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
701 Erie Street
Birmingham, AL 35224
(205) 231-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 35224, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35224, AL include Minor Community School and Wylam Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35224?
2 public schools are located in 35224.
What is the racial composition of students in 35224?
35224 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).

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