For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,320 students in 35213, AL (there are 5 private schools, serving 747 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 35213, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35213, AL are Crestline Elementary School, Cherokee Bend Elementary School and Mountain Brook Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35213 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35213, AL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crestline Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3785 Jackson Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-8126
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-8126
Grades: PK-6
| 778 students
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Bend Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4400 Fair Oaks Dr
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3595
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3595
Grades: PK-6
| 560 students
Rank: #33.
Mountain Brook Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
205 Overbrook Dr
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3516
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3516
Grades: 7-9
| 982 students
35213, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mcelwain Elementary Sch-magnet (Closed 2015)
Magnet School
4447 Montevallo Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 231-8555
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 231-8555
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35213, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35213, AL include Crestline Elementary School, Cherokee Bend Elementary School and Mountain Brook Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 35213?
3 public schools are located in 35213.
What percentage of students in 35213 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 35213 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35213?
35213 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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