For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 754 students in 35212, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35212, AL are Oliver K5 School and I3 Academy Phase 1. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35212 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35212, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35212, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oliver K5 School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6871 6th Court S
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 231-8620
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 231-8620
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #22.
I3 Academy Phase 1
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
230 49th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 403-5777
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 403-5777
Gr: K-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35212, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35212, AL include Oliver K5 School and I3 Academy Phase 1.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35212?
2 public elementary schools are located in 35212.
What is the racial composition of students in 35212?
35212 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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