For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,578 students in 35244, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35244, AL are Brocks Gap Intermediate School, Riverchase Elementary School and Robert F Bumpus Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35244 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35244, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35244, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brocks Gap Intermediate School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1730 Lake Cyrus Club Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1600
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1600
Gr: 2-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Riverchase Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1950 Old Montgomery Highway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3400
Gr: K-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Robert F Bumpus Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,192 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Trace Crossings Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5454 Learning Lane
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
South Shades Crest Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3770 South Shades Crest Rd
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-3000
Gr: PK-2 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads School
Alternative School
1085 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35244, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35244, AL include Brocks Gap Intermediate School, Riverchase Elementary School and Robert F Bumpus Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35244?
6 public elementary schools are located in 35244.
What is the racial composition of students in 35244?
35244 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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