Very Good

#21 of 207 private schools in AL

Top 10% of private schools

Glen Iris Baptist School

School

1137 10TH PL S, Birmingham, AL 45205

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#21 of 207

In Birmingham

#8 of 31

public schools

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About Glen Iris Baptist School

Glen Iris Baptist School is a private school in Birmingham, AL. Glen Iris Baptist School serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Iris Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares1.4 pts above AL schools

7.8

This school 7.8 · Very Good
AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 96 students, Glen Iris Baptist 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Glen Iris Baptist School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Glen Iris Baptist 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.

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How Glen Iris Baptist School compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Birmingham, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.5:1

This School

19.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

528

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.8

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 57.3% vs 0%

White 33.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%

Asian 1% vs 0%

Glen Iris Baptist School Birmingham Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Glen Iris Baptist School (this school)	—	96	7.5:1	7.8
EPIC Alternative Elementary School	0.1 mi	293	17.2:1	7.9
Glen Iris Elementary School	0.2 mi	786	21.8:1	4.8
Ramsay High School	0.8 mi	711	15.8:1	6.3
Washington K8	0.9 mi	590	20.3:1	7.0
Jefferson County Virtual School	1.2 mi	227	—:1	4.9
Parker High School	1.7 mi	854	20.8:1	2.5
Magic City Acceptance Academy	1.9 mi	343	14.3:1	4.6
Phillips Academy	2.1 mi	631	18:1	8.3
Hemphill Elementary School	2.3 mi	339	16.9:1	5.6
Tuggle Elementary School	2.4 mi	454	17.5:1	7.8
Wilkerson Middle School	2.5 mi	425	25:1	2.2
Princeton School	2.8 mi	200	15.4:1	6.7
Avondale Elementary School	2.9 mi	327	16.4:1	6.7
West End Academy	3.3 mi	530	20.4:1	6.8
Norwood Elementary School	3.3 mi	227	15.1:1	5.4
Bush Hills STEAM Academy	3.4 mi	402	20.1:1	4.8
Hayes K8	3.6 mi	672	16.8:1	7.2
Richard Arrington Elementary	3.6 mi	321	15.3:1	8.4
Minor Elementary School	4.1 mi	423	17.6:1	5.7
i3 Academy Phase 1	4.1 mi	420	23.3:1	7.5

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A- 8.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.5:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 56%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.4 / 10

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Enrollment 96

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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)

Black 57.3%

White 33.3%

Hispanic 4.2%

Two or More 4.2%

Asian 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1137 10TH PL S, Birmingham, AL 45205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glen Iris Baptist School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF ALABAMA (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jefferson County Virtual School (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, EPHESUS ACADEMY (rated 4.1/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
EPIC Alternative Elementary School Birmingham	0.1 mi	293	7.9
Glen Iris Elementary School Birmingham	0.2 mi	786	4.8
Ramsay High School Birmingham	0.8 mi	711	6.3
Washington K8 Birmingham	0.9 mi	590	7.0
Homewood Middle School Homewood	1.1 mi	974	8.6
HOLY FAMILY CRISTO REY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Birmingham	1.0 mi	197	6.4
Jefferson County Virtual School Birmingham	1.2 mi	227	4.9
CREATIVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham	1.3 mi	126	7.4
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF ALABAMA Birmingham	1.3 mi	183	8.2
Edgewood Elementary School Homewood	1.6 mi	921	9.3
BUILD UP COMMUNITY SCHOOL Birmingham	1.4 mi	57	6.2
OUR LADY OF SORROWS Birmingham	1.5 mi	336	6.0
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Birmingham	1.5 mi	179	5.8
ADVENT EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Birmingham	1.8 mi	187	7.8
Parker High School Birmingham	1.7 mi	854	2.5
Magic City Acceptance Academy Birmingham	1.9 mi	343	4.6
Phillips Academy Birmingham	2.1 mi	631	8.3
Shades Cahaba Elementary School Homewood	1.9 mi	510	9.1
EPHESUS ACADEMY Birmingham	1.8 mi	71	4.1
Tuggle Elementary School Birmingham	2.4 mi	454	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,357

Median Home Value

$112,600

Median Rent

$855/mo

Population

18,615

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

39.4%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

29.3%

Median Age

32.5

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CONECUH SPRINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Union Springs, AL	78	7.6
GOVERNMENT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile, AL	100	8.0
SPRING VALLEY SCHOOL Birmingham, AL	130	8.0
HOOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hoover, AL	59	7.5
BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hazel Green, AL	77	7.4
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dothan, AL	101	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glen Iris Baptist School

What grades does Glen Iris Baptist School serve?

Glen Iris Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Glen Iris Baptist School?

Glen Iris Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Iris Baptist School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glen Iris Baptist School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Glen Iris Baptist School rank in AL?

Glen Iris Baptist School ranks #21 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Glen Iris Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glen Iris Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Glen Iris Baptist School a private school?

Yes, Glen Iris Baptist School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Glen Iris Baptist School a religious school?

Glen Iris Baptist School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 77 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 54 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 96
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Jefferson County
Phone: (205) 323-1516

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