For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,116 students in 35221, AL (there are , serving 13 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 35221, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 35221, AL are Jones Valley Middle School and Wenonah High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35221 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35221, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 35221, AL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jones Valley Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 31st Street Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1040
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1040
Grades: 6-8
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
Wenonah High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Wilson Rd Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1675
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1675
Grades: 9-12
| 669 students
Rank: n/an/a
Midfield Area Vocational Department
Vocational School
1600 High School Dr
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 923-2833
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 923-2833
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
35221, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2000 31st St Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1062
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1062
Grades: K-8
| 505 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 35221, AL?
The top ranked public schools in 35221, AL include Jones Valley Middle School and Wenonah High School.
How many public schools are located in 35221?
3 public schools are located in 35221.
What percentage of students in 35221 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 35221 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35221?
35221 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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