For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,579 students in 35244, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35244, AL are Brocks Gap Intermediate School, Riverchase Elementary School and Robert F Bumpus Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35244 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35244, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best 35244, AL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brocks Gap Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1730 Lake Cyrus Club Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1600
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1600
Grades: 3-5
| 492 students
Rank: #22.
Riverchase Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1950 Old Montgomery Highway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: #33.
Robert F Bumpus Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,128 students
Rank: #44.
Trace Crossings Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5454 Learning Lane
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 788 students
Rank: #55.
South Shades Crest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3770 South Shades Crest Rd
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Grades: PK-2
| 568 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1085 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
35244, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hoover High Freshman Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35244, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35244, AL include Brocks Gap Intermediate School, Riverchase Elementary School and Robert F Bumpus Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35244?
6 public elementary schools are located in 35244.
What is the racial composition of students in 35244?
35244 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Black).
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