Excellent
#3 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 1% of private schools
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
Elementary School
5509 TIMBER HILL RD, Birmingham, AL 35242
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#3 of 207
In Birmingham
#1 of 31
public schools
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Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
Elementary School in Birmingham · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Birmingham, AL. Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy 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 6.1:1 students to teachers, Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy 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 Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy compares to 53 public schools serving similar grades in Birmingham, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy (this school) | 8.6 |
| Oak Mountain Intermediate School | 8.7 |
| Oak Mountain Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Oak Mountain Middle School | 6.9 |
| Inverness Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Mt Laurel Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School | 4.9 |
| Magic City Acceptance Academy | 4.6 |
| Oxmoor K5 | 8.4 |
| Glen Iris Elementary School | 4.8 |
| EPIC Alternative Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Washington K8 | 7.0 |
| Avondale Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Richard Arrington Elementary | 8.4 |
| Jones Valley Middle School | 3.5 |
| Hemphill Elementary School | 5.6 |
| West End Academy | 6.8 |
| Phillips Academy | 8.3 |
| Hayes K8 | 7.2 |
| Oliver K5 School | 8.2 |
| Green Acres Middle School | 4.1 |
Showing 20 of 53 schools. View all schools in Birmingham
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
5509 TIMBER HILL RD, Birmingham, AL 35242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge (rated 9.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Vestavia Hills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Riverchase Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Hoover), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rocky Ridge Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Hoover), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY SCHOOL Birmingham | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Oak Mountain Intermediate School Birmingham | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Oak Mountain High School Birmingham | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Oak Mountain Elementary School Birmingham | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Oak Mountain Middle School Birmingham | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Spain Park High School Hoover | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Berry Middle School Hoover | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ARDENT PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE Hoover | 2.2 mi | — |
| Chelsea High School Chelsea | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Inverness Elementary School Birmingham | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Rocky Ridge Elementary School Hoover | 4.0 mi | 9.1 |
| GODS HOUSE KINDERGARTEN AND DAY CARE Birmingham | 4.6 mi | — |
| HOOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hoover | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Linda Nolen Learning Center Pelham | 4.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Pelham Oaks Pelham | 4.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Vestavia Hills High School Vestavia | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| RIVERCHASE UNITED METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Hoover | 4.4 mi | — |
| ESSENTIAL CHURCH SCHOOL Birmingham | 4.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge Vestavia Hills | 5.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Riverchase Elementary School Hoover | 4.7 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
What grades does Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy serve?
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy?
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy rank in AL?
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy ranks #3 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy 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 Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (205) 995-8709
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