Very Good
#23 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 11% of private schools
Rising Hope Academy
Elementary School
4565 MONTEVELLE RD, Birmingham, AL 35210
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#23 of 207
In Birmingham
#10 of 31
public schools
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Rising Hope Academy
Elementary School in Birmingham · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rising Hope Academy
Rising Hope Academy is a private elementary school in Birmingham, AL. Rising Hope Academy serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rising Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Rising Hope 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Rising Hope Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rising Hope 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 Rising Hope Academy compares to 50 public schools serving similar grades in Birmingham, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rising Hope Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Oliver K5 School | 8.2 |
| i3 Academy Phase 1 | 7.5 |
| Barrett Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Avondale Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Hayes K8 | 7.2 |
| i3 Academy Phase 2 | 4.8 |
| Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School | 4.5 |
| Robinson Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Grantswood Community School | 8.3 |
| Inglenook School | 6.2 |
| Christian School | 8.1 |
| Phillips Academy | 8.3 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School | 4.9 |
| Norwood Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Martha Gaskins K5 | 6.7 |
| Hudson KEight School | 3.2 |
| Glen Iris Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Huffman Middle School | 2.6 |
| EPIC Alternative Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Tuggle Elementary School | 7.8 |
Showing 20 of 50 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
4565 MONTEVELLE RD, Birmingham, AL 35210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rising Hope Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestline Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherokee Bend Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brookwood Forest Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WE Putnam Middle SchoolMagnet Irondale | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Cherokee Bend Elementary School Mountain Brk | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Oliver K5 School Birmingham | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ALABAMA WALDORF SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Irondale Community School Irondale | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| HIGDON HILL SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| NE MILES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MARANATHAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 2.1 mi | — |
| Mountain Brook High School Mountain Brk | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Woodlawn High SchoolMagnet Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 2.0 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS OF ALABAMA Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Crestline Elementary School Mountain Brk | 2.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Barrett Elementary School Birmingham | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| i3 Academy Phase 1 Birmingham | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MCELWAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 2.6 mi | — |
| Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk | 2.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Mountain Brook Junior High School Mountain Brk | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,632
Median Home Value
$247,600
Median Rent
$1,164/mo
Population
13,878
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
44.6
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|---|---|
| THE GATHERING PLACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moody, AL | 7.8 |
| ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF HUNTSVILLE IAH Huntsville, AL | 8.2 |
| AZALEA CITY MONTESSORI Mobile, AL | 7.1 |
| THE CHILDRENS CHOICE Anniston, AL | 8.5 |
| WESTGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dothan, AL | 6.8 |
| LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER KINGDOM ACADEMY Mobile, AL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rising Hope Academy
What grades does Rising Hope Academy serve?
Rising Hope Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rising Hope Academy?
Rising Hope Academy has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rising Hope Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Rising Hope Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rising Hope Academy rank in AL?
Rising Hope Academy ranks #23 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Rising Hope Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Rising Hope Academy 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 Rising Hope Academy a private school?
Yes, Rising Hope 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 Rising Hope Academy a religious school?
Rising Hope Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 305-4948
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