For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 590 students in 35205, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35205, AL is Washington K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35205 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35205, AL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35205, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington K8
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
115 Fourth Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7740
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7740
Gr: PK-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
35205, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1832 Center Way S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7190
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7190
Gr: PK-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
1832 Center Way South
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7190
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7190
Gr: 7-9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35205, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35205, AL include Washington K8.
How many public middle schools are located in 35205?
1 public middle schools are located in 35205.
What is the racial composition of students in 35205?
35205 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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