For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 425 students in 35204, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35204, AL is Wilkerson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35204 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35204, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35204, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilkerson Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 11th Ct W
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2740
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2740
Grades: 6-8
| 425 students
Rank: n/an/a
City Elementary School
Alternative School
901 9th Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2288
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2288
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
35204, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
507 3rd St N
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2190
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2190
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
901 9th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2250
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2250
Grades: 6-8
| 270 students
1030 4th Terr W
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2800
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2800
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35204, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35204, AL include Wilkerson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35204?
2 public middle schools are located in 35204.
What is the racial composition of students in 35204?
35204 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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