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#91 of 207 private schools in AL

Top 44% of private schools

The Grove School

School

7545 PKWY DR, Leeds, AL 35094

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#91 of 207

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The Grove School

6.6/10

School in Leeds · grades Kindergarten – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Leeds Elementary School

7.1/10

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6.1/10

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About The Grove School

The Grove School is a private school in Leeds, AL. The Grove School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Grove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it comparesOn par with AL schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, The Grove School 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, The Grove School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Grove 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 The Grove School compares to the 4 public schools in Leeds, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
18.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
561
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.8% vs 0%
Black 21.9% vs 0%
Asian 9.4% vs 0%
The Grove School Leeds Public Avg

All Schools in Leeds

School Rating
The Grove School (this school) 6.6
Leeds Elementary School 7.1
Leeds Primary School 6.1
Leeds Middle School 4.9
Leeds High School 5.2

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)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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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 68.8%
Black 21.9%
Asian 9.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7545 PKWY DR, Leeds, AL 35094

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Grove School may also want to explore other schools in the area. JEFFERSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Irondale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SCC Virtual Preparatory Academy (rated 4.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Ashville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Leeds, see our Leeds schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Leeds Elementary School Leeds 0.2 mi 7.1
Leeds Primary School Leeds 0.5 mi 6.1
Leeds Middle School Leeds 0.9 mi 4.9
Leeds High School Leeds 1.3 mi 5.2
SCC Virtual Preparatory Academy Ashville 3.8 mi 4.6
Moody Elementary School Moody 4.7 mi 8.5
THE GATHERING PLACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moody 4.6 mi 7.8
Magnolia Elementary School Trussville 5.6 mi 9.5
JEFFERSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Irondale 5.4 mi 7.3
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH TRUSSVILLE Trussville 6.3 mi
Cahaba Elementary School Trussville 6.5 mi 9.5
Grantswood Community School Birmingham 5.9 mi 8.3
Paine Elementary School Trussville 7.2 mi 9.3
Moody Middle School Moody 6.7 mi 5.2
Irondale Middle School Irondale 6.5 mi 3.5
Moody Junior High School Moody 7.0 mi 5.2
Moody High School Moody 7.0 mi 4.4
Shades Valley High School Irondale 6.6 mi 5.8
HewittTrussville Middle School Trussville 8.0 mi 7.7
HewittTrussville High School Trussville 8.6 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35094 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,340

Median Home Value

$222,200

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

15,333

College Educated

29.2%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

41.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
LAWRENCE COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moulton, AL 6.5
THE HILLSBORO SCHOOL Helena, AL 6.7
THE HILLSBORO SCHOOL Helena, AL 6.7
HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Gadsden, AL 6.4
ASCENSION LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRESBYTERIAN HOME Talladega, AL 7.1
BIG COVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Owens Cross Roads, AL 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Grove School

What grades does The Grove School serve?

The Grove School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.

How many students attend The Grove School?

The Grove School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Grove School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Grove School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Grove School rank in AL?

The Grove School ranks #91 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is The Grove School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Grove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Grove School a private school?

Yes, The Grove School 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 The Grove School a religious school?

The Grove School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
72% M / 28% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County

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