For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,297 students in 35213, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35213, AL are Crestline Elementary School and Cherokee Bend Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35213 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 89% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35213, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crestline Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3785 Jackson Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-8126
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-8126
Grades: PK-6
| 733 students
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Bend Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4400 Fair Oaks Dr
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3595
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-3595
Grades: PK-6
| 564 students
35213, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mcelwain Elementary Sch-magnet (Closed 2015)
Magnet School
4447 Montevallo Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 231-8555
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 231-8555
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35213, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35213, AL include Crestline Elementary School and Cherokee Bend Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35213?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35213.
What is the racial composition of students in 35213?
35213 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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