For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,155 students in 35216, AL.
The top ranked public high school in 35216, AL is Vestavia Hills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 35216 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35216, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35216 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Alabama average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Vestavia Hills High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35216, AL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vestavia Hills High School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2235 Lime Rock Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5250
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5250
Grades: 10-12
| 1,624 students
Rank: n/an/a
2020 Pizitz Drive
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Grades: 9
| 531 students
35216, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1289 Montgomery Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Grades: 4-5
| 790 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 35216, AL?
The top ranked public high schools in 35216, AL include Vestavia Hills High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35216?
2 public high schools are located in 35216.
What is the racial composition of students in 35216?
35216 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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