For the 2026 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35216 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), 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 Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vestavia Hills Elementary East
(Math: 76% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2109 Tyson Dr
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Pizitz Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2826 Columbiana Road
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5350
Gr: 6-8 | 1,133 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Vestavia Hills Elementary West
(Math: 71% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1965 Merryvale Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5151
Gr: PK-5 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
35216, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1289 Montgomery Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 402-5300
Gr: 4-5 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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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).