For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,594 students in 35216, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35216, AL are Vestavia Hills Elementary East, Pizitz Middle School and Vestavia Hills Elementary West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 35216 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35216, AL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vestavia Hills Elementary East
(Math: 74% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2109 Tyson Dr
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Grades: PK-5
| 741 students
Rank: #22.
Pizitz Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2826 Columbiana Road
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Grades: 6-8
| 1,133 students
Rank: #33.
Vestavia Hills Elementary West
(Math: 73% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1965 Merryvale Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Grades: PK-5
| 720 students
35216, Alabama ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1289 Montgomery Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Grades: 4-5
| 790 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35216, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35216, AL include Vestavia Hills Elementary East, Pizitz Middle School and Vestavia Hills Elementary West.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35216?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35216.
What is the racial composition of students in 35216?
35216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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