For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 631 students in 35203, AL (there are , serving 198 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 35203, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 35203, AL is Phillips Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 35203 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35203, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35203, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phillips Academy
(Math: 49% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2316 7th Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 231-9500
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 231-9500
Gr: PK-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
35203, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alabama School Of Fine Arts (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1800 Rev. Abraham Woods Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-9241
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-9241
Gr: 7-12
1800 8th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-9241
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-9241
Gr: 7-12 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
2316 7th Avenue,north
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 231-2440
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 231-2440
Gr: K-5 | 123 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35203, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35203, AL include Phillips Academy.
How many public schools are located in 35203?
1 public schools are located in 35203.
What percentage of students in 35203 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 35203 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35203?
35203 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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