For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,555 students in Kimberly, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in Kimberly, AL are North Jefferson Middle School and Mortimer Jordan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kimberly, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Kimberly have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kimberly, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8350 Warriorkimberly Rd
Kimberly, AL 35091
(205) 379-4000
Kimberly, AL 35091
(205) 379-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Mortimer Jordan High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1920 Blue Devil Road
Kimberly, AL 35091
(205) 379-4850
Kimberly, AL 35091
(205) 379-4850
Gr: 9-12 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kimberly, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Kimberly, AL include North Jefferson Middle School and Mortimer Jordan High School.
How many public schools are located in Kimberly?
2 public schools are located in Kimberly.
What is the racial composition of students in Kimberly?
Kimberly public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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