Ums-wright Preparatory School provides education for the whole person mental, moral, and physical intensively tailored to the needs of the individual student.
His goal remains central today to the educational philosophy of UMS-wright.
Dr. Wright once said, the school, and every auxiliary of the school, must keep in mind that now abideth mind, body, and spirit, these three but the greatest of these is spirit.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,236 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ums-wright Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
1,236 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ums-wright Preparatory School often compared to?
Ums-wright Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul's Episcopal School by visitors of our site.
What is Ums-wright Preparatory School's ranking?
Ums-wright Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Ums-wright Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Ums-wright Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ums-wright Preparatory School located?
Ums-wright Preparatory School is located in the South Crichton neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 1 other private schools located in South Crichton.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2013
Highly recommended. Strong academic rigor and great preparation for college. Also, many extracurricular activities in both athletics and the arts. Faculty are well-trained and highly motivated.
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