For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,042 students in 35228, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35228, AL are Midfield Elementary School, Rutledge School and Green Acres Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35228 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35228, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35228, AL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
416 Parkwood St
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-7727
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-7727
Grades: PK-4
| 390 students
Rank: #22.
Rutledge School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1221 8th St
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 780-8647
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 780-8647
Grades: 5-8
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Green Acres Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 67th Street West
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1370
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1370
Grades: 6-8
| 337 students
35228, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5400 Oakwood St
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1310
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 231-1310
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Jefferson County Counseling Learning Center-w (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5201 Sugar Ray Dr
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35228, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35228, AL include Midfield Elementary School, Rutledge School and Green Acres Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35228?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35228.
What is the racial composition of students in 35228?
35228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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