For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 335 students in 35228, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35228, AL is Midfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35228 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35228, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35228 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Midfield High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35228, AL Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midfield High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 High School Rd
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-2834
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 923-2834
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
35228, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jefferson County Counseling Learning Center-w (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5201 Sugar Ray Dr
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Birmingham, AL 35228
(205) 379-4300
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 35228, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35228, AL include Midfield High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35228?
1 public high schools are located in 35228.
What is the racial composition of students in 35228?
35228 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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