Allan Cott School in Birmingham, AL, is a rural, nonsectarian special education school serving grades 1 through 12 with a total enrollment of 44 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 6 teachers to provide focused educational support.
Approximately 35% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some level of diversity within the rural community.
Allan Cott School operates without religious affiliation or membership in school associations, emphasizing a nonsectarian program orientation.
The school is located in a rural area of Birmingham and serves families seeking special education options outside traditional urban settings.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Allan Cott School often compared to?
Allan Cott School is often viewed alongside schools like Rushton School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Allan Cott School?
The application deadline for Allan Cott School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Allan Cott School vs. Rushton School
The nearest high school to Allan Cott School is Jefferson Christian Academy (5.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Highlands School (3.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Church At Brookhills Early (3.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
The Church At Brookhills Early
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
3145 Brook Highland Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 980-3053
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 980-3053
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 156 students
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 353 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Primrose School At Meadowbrook
Daycare / Preschool
4855 Meadow Brook Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-3020
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-3020
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Mcelwain Christian Academy
(Baptist)
4445 Montevallo Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 960-4649
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 960-4649
4.8 miles
Gr: K-4 | 15 students
1500 Heritage Place Drive
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 956-9111
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 956-9111
5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
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