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#178 of 207 private schools in AL

Glenwood School

School

5801 SUMMERVILLE RD, Smiths Station, AL 36877

Private

Enrollment

627

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#178 of 207

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Glenwood School

5.0/10

School in Smiths Station · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Lakewood Elementary School

8.2/10

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8.7/10

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About Glenwood School

Glenwood School is a private school in Smiths Station, AL. Glenwood School serves approximately 627 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares1.4 pts below AL schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Glenwood School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Glenwood 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

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How Glenwood School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Smiths Station, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
627
This School
vs
814
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.1% vs 0%
Black 4.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.3% vs 0%
Asian 0.3% vs 0%
Glenwood School Smiths Station Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Glenwood School (this school) 5.0
Smiths Station High School 3.9
East Smiths Station Elementary School 8.5
South Smiths Station Elementary School 9.2
Smiths Station Junior High School 5.6
Smith Station Freshman Center 4.5
West Smiths Station Elementary School 8.9

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,050
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 627
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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)

White 95.1%
Black 4.1%
Hispanic 0.3%
Asian 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5801 SUMMERVILLE RD, Smiths Station, AL 36877

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glenwood School may also want to explore other schools in the area. South Smiths Station Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Smiths Station Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lakewood Primary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Phenix City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Smiths Station, see our Smiths Station schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakewood Elementary School Phenix City 2.0 mi 8.2
Lakewood Primary School Phenix City 2.1 mi 8.7
Smiths Station High School Smiths Station 2.1 mi 3.9
East Smiths Station Elementary School Smiths Station 2.6 mi 8.5
South Smiths Station Elementary School Smiths Station 2.8 mi 9.2
Smiths Station Junior High School Smiths Station 2.9 mi 5.6
Smith Station Freshman Center Smiths Station 2.9 mi 4.5
Central Freshman Academy Phenix City 3.6 mi 4.5
Central High School Phenix City 3.7 mi 3.7
KNOWLEDGE WORKS LEARNING ACADEMY INC Phenix City 3.8 mi —
Phenix City Intermediate School Phenix City 3.9 mi 4.7
Phenix City Elementary School Phenix City 4.1 mi 6.1
WYNNBROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus 3.6 mi 7.5
Sherwood Elementary School Phenix City 4.1 mi 8.4
NEW TESTAMENT BAPTIST SCHOOL Phenix City 4.1 mi —
West Smiths Station Elementary School Smiths Station 3.8 mi 8.9
River Road Elementary School Columbus 4.1 mi 4.6
Westview Elementary School Phenix City 5.1 mi 7.6
TRUTH SPRING ACADEMY Columbus 4.7 mi 7.7
Fox Elementary School Columbus 4.7 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36877 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,555

Median Home Value

$195,800

Median Rent

$1,072/mo

Population

12,878

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

36.7

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Verbena High School Verbena, AL 5.2
NORTHSIDE METHODIST CHURCH & ACADEMY Dothan, AL 4.7
VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pell City, AL 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glenwood School

What grades does Glenwood School serve?

Glenwood School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Glenwood School?

Glenwood School has an enrollment of approximately 627 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Glenwood School rank in AL?

Glenwood School ranks #178 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Glenwood School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glenwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Glenwood School a private school?

Yes, Glenwood 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 Glenwood School a religious school?

No, Glenwood School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
627
Gender Split
64% M / 36% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lee County
Phone
(334) 297-3614

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