For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public school serving 250 students in 35234, AL.
The top ranked public school in 35234, AL is Norwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 35234 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35234, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 35234, AL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3136 Norwood Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3620
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3620
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
35234, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1328 28th St N
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3370
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3370
Grades: 6-8
| 277 students
Lewis Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2015 26th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3440
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3440
Grades: PK-5
| 305 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35234, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35234, AL include Norwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35234, AL?
1 public schools are located in 35234, AL.
What is the racial composition of students in 35234, AL?
35234, 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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