For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,891 students in 35215, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35215, AL are Bryant Park Elementary School, Sun Valley Elementary School and Martha Gaskins K5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35215 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35215, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35215, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bryant Park Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Bryant Park Drive
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2850
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Sun Valley Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1010 18th Ave Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5740
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5740
Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #33.
Martha Gaskins K5
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Dalton Drive
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-9200
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-9200
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Erwin Intermediate School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
532 23rd Ave Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3350
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3350
Gr: 3-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Huffman Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Cheyenne Boulevard
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5800
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Chalkville Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
940 Chalkville School Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2950
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2950
Gr: PK-5 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Huffman Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
517 Huffman Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5370
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5370
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Erwin Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
532 23rd Avenue Nw
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3430
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-3430
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Smith Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Five Mile Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5675
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 231-5675
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
4801 Indian Trail
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2900
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 379-2900
Gr: PK-2 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35215, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35215, AL include Bryant Park Elementary School, Sun Valley Elementary School and Martha Gaskins K5.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35215?
10 public elementary schools are located in 35215.
What is the racial composition of students in 35215?
35215 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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