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#170 of 207 private schools in AL

Lee-scott Academy

School

1601 ACADEMY DR, Auburn, AL 36830

Private

Enrollment

698

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#170 of 207

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Lee-scott Academy

5.2/10

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About Lee-scott Academy

Lee-scott Academy is a private school in Auburn, AL. Lee-scott Academy serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee-scott Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares1.2 pts below AL schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Lee-scott 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

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How Lee-scott Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Auburn, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
698
This School
vs
676
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
8.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%
Black 0.6% vs 0%
Lee-scott Academy Auburn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lee-scott Academy (this school) 5.2
Pick Elementary School 9.2
Cary Woods Elementary School 9.7
Auburn High School 7.4
Dean Road Elementary School 9.4
Drake Middle School 7.4
Auburn Junior High School 5.5
East Samford School 6.6
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School 9.1
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School 9.5
Auburn Early Education Center 9.1
Woodland Pines Elementary School 8.4
Richland Elementary School 9.3
Creekside Elementary School 9.6
Ogletree Elementary School 9.0

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- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Enrollment 698
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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 93.0%
Asian 3.3%
Hispanic 1.1%
Two or More 1.1%
Black 0.6%
Pacific Islander 0.6%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1601 ACADEMY DR, Auburn, AL 36830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lee-scott Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE OAKS SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Opelika), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE CHANTICLEER LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Opelika), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THE OAKS SCHOOL Opelika 1.1 mi 5.9
THE CHANTICLEER LEARNING CENTER Opelika 1.3 mi 5.3
Pick Elementary School Auburn 1.7 mi 9.2
West Forest Intermediate School Opelika 1.9 mi 7.8
Auburn High School Auburn 2.4 mi 7.4
Cary Woods Elementary School Auburn 2.3 mi 9.7
Dean Road Elementary School Auburn 2.7 mi 9.4
Auburn Junior High School Auburn 2.9 mi 5.5
East Samford School Auburn 3.1 mi 6.6
Drake Middle School Auburn 2.9 mi 7.4
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School Auburn 3.5 mi 9.5
Auburn Early Education Center Auburn 3.8 mi 9.1
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School Auburn 3.3 mi 9.1
HOLY TRINITY DAY SCHOOL Auburn 3.9 mi
Woodland Pines Elementary School Auburn 3.8 mi 8.4
Richland Elementary School Auburn 3.9 mi 9.3
Opelika Middle School Opelika 4.1 mi 5.8
Creekside Elementary School Auburn 4.1 mi 9.6
Northside School Opelika 4.2 mi 8.3
Carver Primary School Opelika 4.3 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,761

Median Home Value

$346,600

Median Rent

$1,033/mo

Population

48,172

College Educated

62.9%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

33.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LINDSAY LANE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Athens, AL 5.2
Verbena High School Verbena, AL 5.2
WESTBROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rainbow City, AL 5.3
Woodville High School Woodville, AL 5.3
CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS OF ALABAMA Birmingham, AL 5.4
GLENWOOD SCHOOL Smiths Station, AL 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lee-scott Academy

What grades does Lee-scott Academy serve?

Lee-scott Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lee-scott Academy?

Lee-scott Academy has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee-scott Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Lee-scott Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lee-scott Academy rank in AL?

Lee-scott Academy ranks #170 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Lee-scott Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lee-scott Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lee-scott Academy a private school?

Yes, Lee-scott Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lee-scott Academy a religious school?

Lee-scott Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
698
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Small City
County
Lee County

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