For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 492 students in 35214, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 35214, AL is South Hampton K8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35214 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35214, AL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35214, AL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Hampton K8
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
565 Sheridan Rd Pratt City
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-6689
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-6689
Gr: PK-8 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
35214, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1500 Daniel Payne Dr
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-3190
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 231-3190
Gr: 6-8
1520 Cherry Ave
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 379-4050
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 379-4050
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Scott Extended Day Program (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
572 Cherry Ave Hibernian
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 783-6185
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 783-6185
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 35214, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 35214, AL include South Hampton K8.
How many public middle schools are located in 35214?
1 public middle schools are located in 35214.
What is the racial composition of students in 35214?
35214 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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