For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,032 students in 35222, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 361 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 35222, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35222, AL are Avondale Elementary School and Hayes K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35222 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35222, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35222, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avondale Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4000 8th Ct S
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-7130
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-7130
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Hayes K8
(Math: 2% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 43rd Street North
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-8900
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 231-8900
Gr: PK-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35222, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35222, AL include Avondale Elementary School and Hayes K8.
How many public schools are located in 35222?
2 public schools are located in 35222.
What percentage of students in 35222 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 35222 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35222?
35222 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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