For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,164 students in 35244, AL.
The top ranked public middle school in 35244, AL is Robert F Bumpus Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 35244 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 35244, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best 35244, AL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert F Bumpus Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,164 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads School
Alternative School
1085 Buccaneer Drive
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1800
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
35244, Alabama 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hoover High Freshman Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6055 Flemming Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 439-1610
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 35244, AL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 35244, AL include Robert F Bumpus Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 35244?
2 public middle schools are located in 35244.
What is the racial composition of students in 35244?
35244 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public middle schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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