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Best 35234 Alabama Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 227 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 score of 37% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35234, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 49% (majority Black).

Best 35234, AL Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Norwood Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
:

Bottom 50%

3136 Norwood Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3440

Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 35234 Alabama

35234, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Kirby Middle School (Closed 2010)

1328 28th St N
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3370

Gr: 6-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Lewis Elementary School (Closed 2023)

2015 26th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35234
(205) 231-3440

Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

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?

1 public schools are located in 35234.

What is the racial composition of students in 35234?

35234 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).