Average
#167 of 207 private schools in AL
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad
Elementary School
3509 BLUE SPRING RD NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#167 of 207
In Huntsville
#14 of 15
public schools
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Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad
Elementary School in Huntsville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad is a private elementary school in Huntsville, AL. Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad 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 Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Huntsville, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad (this school) | 5.3 |
| Academy For Science Foreign Language | 8.4 |
| Lakewood Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Montview Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Highlands Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School | 6.4 |
| James Dawson Elementary | 5.7 |
| Sonnie Hereford Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Chapman Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Blossomwood Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Morris Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Monte Sano Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Madison County Virtual Academy | 5.0 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Providence Elementary | 6.2 |
| McDonnell Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Jones Valley Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Riverton Intermediate School | 6.1 |
| Monrovia Elementary School | 8.6 |
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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
3509 BLUE SPRING RD NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy For Science Foreign Language (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonnie Hereford Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Huntsville, see our Huntsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,963
Median Home Value
$126,100
Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Population
32,705
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad
What grades does Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad serve?
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad?
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad?
The student-teacher ratio at Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad rank in AL?
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad ranks #167 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad's MySchoolScout rating?
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad a private school?
Yes, Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad 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 Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad a religious school?
Julius R Scruggs Child Development Center/acad has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (256) 852-6673
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