For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,733 students in 35204, AL (there are , serving 34 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 35204, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 35204, AL are Wilkerson Middle School, Tuggle Elementary School and Parker High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35204 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35204, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35204, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilkerson Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
116 11th Ct W
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2740
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2740
Gr: 6-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Tuggle Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
412 12th Ct N
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2675
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2675
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Parker High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Abraham Woods Jr Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2370
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2370
Gr: 9-12 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
City Elementary School
Alternative School
901 9th Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2288
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2288
Gr: 7-8
35204, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
901 9th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2250
Birmingham, AL 35204
(205) 231-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 270 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35204, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35204, AL include Wilkerson Middle School, Tuggle Elementary School and Parker High School.
How many public schools are located in 35204?
4 public schools are located in 35204.
What percentage of students in 35204 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 35204 are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 35204?
35204 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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