For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 345 students in 35209, AL.
The top-ranked public charter school in 35209, AL is Magic City Acceptance Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 35209 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public charter school average of 8%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 27% statewide average). Charter schools in 35209, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public charter school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best 35209, AL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magic City Acceptance Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
75 Bagby Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 961-3204
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 961-3204
Gr: 6-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 35209, AL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 35209, AL include Magic City Acceptance Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 35209?
1 public charter schools are located in 35209.
What is the racial composition of students in 35209?
35209 public charter schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public charter schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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