For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,354 students in 35228, AL.
The top ranked public schools in 35228, AL are Midfield High School, Midfield Elementary School and Rutledge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35228 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35228, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 35228, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midfield High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 High School Rd
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-2834
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-2834
Grades: 9-12
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
Midfield Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
416 Parkwood St
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-7727
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-7727
Grades: PK-4
| 355 students
Rank: #33.
Rutledge School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1221 8th St
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 780-8647
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 780-8647
Grades: 5-8
| 320 students
Rank: #44.
Green Acres Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 67th Street West
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1370
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1370
Grades: 6-8
| 343 students
35228, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5400 Oakwood St
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1310
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1310
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Jefferson County Counseling Learning Center-w (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5201 Sugar Ray Dr
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35228, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35228, AL include Midfield High School, Midfield Elementary School and Rutledge School.
How many public schools are located in 35228, AL?
4 public schools are located in 35228, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35228, AL?
35228, AL public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 47% (majority Black).
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