For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,390 students in 35208, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 183 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 35208, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35208, AL are Princeton School, Charles A Brown Elementary School and Central Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35208 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35208, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35208, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Princeton School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1425 2nd Ave W
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-2500
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Rank: #22.
Charles A Brown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4811 Court J
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6860
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6860
Grades: PK-5
| 307 students
Rank: #33.
Central Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4915 Ave Q
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-1250
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-1250
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #44.
Bush Hills Steam Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 16th Street West
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6370
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6370
Grades: 6-8
| 433 students
35208, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
901 16th St W
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6370
Birmingham, AL 35208
(205) 231-6370
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35208, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35208, AL include Princeton School, Charles A Brown Elementary School and Central Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 35208?
4 public schools are located in 35208.
What percentage of students in 35208 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 35208 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35208?
35208 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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