For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 711 students in 35205, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in 35205, AL is Ramsay High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 35205 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 35205, AL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 35205 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ramsay High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35205, AL Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ramsay High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1800 13th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7000
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 231-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 high schools in 35205, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 35205, AL include Ramsay High School.
How many public high schools are located in 35205?
1 public high schools are located in 35205.
What is the racial composition of students in 35205?
35205 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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