For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,096 students in 35223, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35223, AL are Brookwood Forest Elementary School, Mountain Brook Elementary School and Mountain Brook High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35223 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35223, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35223, AL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookwood Forest Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3701 S Brookwood Rd
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3700
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Mountain Brook Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3020 Cambridge Rd
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 871-8191
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 871-8191
Gr: PK-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Mountain Brook High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3650 Bethune Dr
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3800
Birmingham, AL 35223
(205) 414-3800
Gr: 10-12 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35223, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35223, AL include Brookwood Forest Elementary School, Mountain Brook Elementary School and Mountain Brook High School.
How many public schools are located in 35223?
3 public schools are located in 35223.
What is the racial composition of students in 35223?
35223 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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