For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,749 students in 35216, AL (there are 6 private schools, serving 926 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 35216, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35216, AL are Vestavia Hills Elementary East, Pizitz Middle School and Vestavia Hills Elementary West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35216 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35216, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vestavia Hills Elementary East
(Math: 76% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2109 Tyson Dr
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Pizitz Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2826 Columbiana Road
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Gr: 6-8 | 1,133 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Vestavia Hills Elementary West
(Math: 71% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1965 Merryvale Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Gr: PK-5 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Vestavia Hills High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2235 Lime Rock Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5250
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5250
Gr: 10-12 | 1,624 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
2020 Pizitz Drive
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Gr: 9 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
35216, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1289 Montgomery Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Gr: 4-5 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35216, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35216, AL include Vestavia Hills Elementary East, Pizitz Middle School and Vestavia Hills Elementary West.
How many public schools are located in 35216?
5 public schools are located in 35216.
What percentage of students in 35216 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 35216 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35216?
35216 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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