For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,686 students in 35204, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 104 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 35204, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35204, AL are Tuggle Elementary School, Wilkerson Middle School and Parker High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35204 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35204, 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 48% (majority Black).
Best 35204, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tuggle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
412 12th Ct N
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2675
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2675
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #22.
Wilkerson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
116 11th Ct W
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2740
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2740
Grades: 6-8
| 390 students
Rank: #33.
Parker High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Abraham Woods Jr Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2370
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2370
Grades: 9-12
| 826 students
Rank: n/an/a
City Elementary School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
901 9th Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2288
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2288
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
35204, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
507 3rd St N
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2190
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2190
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
901 9th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2250
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2250
Grades: 6-8
| 270 students
1030 4th Terr W
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2800
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2800
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35204, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35204, AL include Tuggle Elementary School, Wilkerson Middle School and Parker High School.
How many public schools are located in 35204?
4 public schools are located in 35204.
What percentage of students in 35204 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 35204 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35204?
35204 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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