Best Public Schools in Zip Code 35208


Summary:

The 35208 zip code area of Birmingham, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school. While the schools in this area face significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, one school stands out as a high-performing institution - Princeton School.

Princeton School ranks 114 out of 684 Alabama elementary schools and earns a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students significantly outperform their peers in the Birmingham City district and the state of Alabama on standardized tests, with over 50% of 3rd graders proficient in Math and 87% proficient in English. In contrast, the other schools in the area, such as Central Park Elementary and Bush Hills STEAM Academy, have much lower test scores and rankings.

The data also reveals significant variations in spending per student, student-teacher ratios, and racial makeup across the schools in the 35208 zip code. These factors may contribute to the stark performance differences observed, highlighting the need to address issues of equity and resource allocation to ensure all students in the community receive a high-quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Alabama State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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