Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AL School
Grades: 1-6
Enrollment: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Methodist

Grades Offered

Grades 1-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School
1	2
2	3
3	1
4	4
5	8
6	2

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Year Founded

1889

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Student Body

Total Students

20 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

43%

State avg.: 25%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Endowment Size

$1 million

School Notes

Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School in Birmingham, AL, serves 20 co–ed students in grades 1 through 6 within a central city community.
Founded in 1889, the school has a Methodist religious affiliation and operates as a regular elementary program.
The student population includes Black and White students, with Black (not Hispanic) students representing 30% of enrollment.
The student–teacher ratio of 20:1, based on 20 total students and one teacher.
Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School is among the oldest private elementary schools in Alabama based on its founding year.

School Motto: In the neighborhood for good!

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Rev. Sally Allocca, known for her community outreach -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Who are famous alumni from Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School?

Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School famous alumni include: Rev. Sally Allocca, known for her community outreach.

What is Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School's ranking?

Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School?

The application deadline for Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School located?

Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School is located in the South Eastlake neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 3 other private schools located in South Eastlake.

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The average private school tuition in Birmingham, AL is $9,571 for elementary schools and $13,245 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Birmingham, AL is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).