For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 447 students in 35221, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35221, AL is Jones Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 35221 have an average math proficiency score of 1% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35221, AL have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 35221, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jones Valley Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 31st Street Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1040
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1040
Grades: 6-8
| 447 students
35221, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2000 31st St Sw
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1062
Birmingham, AL 35221
(205) 231-1062
Grades: K-8
| 505 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35221, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35221, AL include Jones Valley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35221?
1 public middle schools are located in 35221.
What is the racial composition of students in 35221?
35221 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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