For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,751 students in 35209, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35209, AL are Edgewood Elementary School, Shades Cahaba Elementary School and Homewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35209 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35209, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35209, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
901 College Ave
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2400
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2400
Gr: K-5 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Shades Cahaba Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3001 Independence Drive
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 871-1113
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 871-1113
Gr: K-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Homewood Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
395 Mecca Avenue
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 870-0878
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 870-0878
Gr: 6-8 | 1,000 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Hall Kent Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
213 Hall Ave
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2430
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 423-2430
Gr: PK-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Magic City Acceptance Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
75 Bagby Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 961-3204
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 961-3204
Gr: 6-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Jefferson County Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2100 18th Street South
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 379-2070
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 379-2070
Gr: 1-12 | 247 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35209, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35209, AL include Edgewood Elementary School, Shades Cahaba Elementary School and Homewood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35209?
6 public elementary schools are located in 35209.
What is the racial composition of students in 35209?
35209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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