Very Good
#26 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 12% of private schools
Allan Cott School
School
150 GLENWOOD LN, Birmingham, AL 35242
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#26 of 207
In Birmingham
#11 of 31
public schools
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About Allan Cott School
Allan Cott School is a private school in Birmingham, AL. Allan Cott School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Allan Cott School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Allan Cott School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Allan Cott School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Allan Cott School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Allan Cott School compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Birmingham, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allan Cott School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Grantswood Community School | 8.3 |
| Inverness Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Mt Laurel Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Oliver K5 School | 8.2 |
| Barrett Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School | 4.5 |
| Woodlawn High SchoolMagnet | 2.0 |
| Avondale Elementary School | 6.7 |
| i3 Academy Phase 2 | 4.8 |
| i3 Academy Phase 1 | 7.5 |
| Christian School | 8.1 |
| Robinson Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Hayes K8 | 7.2 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School | 4.9 |
| Oak Mountain Middle School | 6.9 |
| Ramsay High School | 6.3 |
| Oak Mountain Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Huffman Middle School | 2.6 |
| Martha Gaskins K5 | 6.7 |
| Glen Iris Elementary School | 4.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
150 GLENWOOD LN, Birmingham, AL 35242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allan Cott School may also want to explore other schools in the area. JEFFERSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Irondale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ESSENTIAL CHURCH SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 5.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,053
Median Home Value
$452,300
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
56,956
College Educated
64.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hoover, AL | 7.5 |
| ASCENSION LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRESBYTERIAN HOME Talladega, AL | 7.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Decatur, AL | 6.8 |
| MADISON BAPTIST ACADEMY Madison, AL | 6.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bryant, AL | 6.7 |
| RIVERWOOD CLASSICAL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa, AL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allan Cott School
What grades does Allan Cott School serve?
Allan Cott School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Allan Cott School?
Allan Cott School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allan Cott School?
The student-teacher ratio at Allan Cott School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Allan Cott School rank in AL?
Allan Cott School ranks #26 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Allan Cott School's MySchoolScout rating?
Allan Cott School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Allan Cott School a private school?
Yes, Allan Cott School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Allan Cott School a religious school?
No, Allan Cott School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 85% M / 15% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 245 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 969-2880
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