Rushton School

Rushton School is a campus-based school serving young people, ages 12 to 18 years, who are experiencing emotional conflict.
Located on the campus of Gateways Residential Program and licensed by the State of Alabama Department of Education, Rushton School meets the educational and emotional needs of children through a team-oriented treatment approach.
Students are assigned therapists who work with the family and the child simultaneously during placement.
Therapeutic recreation, counseling, field trips and group work are also included in daily treatment activities.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-11
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11

Student Body

Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
83%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Rushton School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Rushton School is a campus-based school serving young people, ages 12 to 18 years, who are experiencing emotional conflict. Located on the campus of Gateways Residential Program and licensed by the State of Alabama Department of Education, Rushton School meets the educational and emotional needs of children through a team-oriented treatment approach. Students are assigned therapists who work with the family and the child simultaneously during placement. Therapeutic recreation, counseling, field trips and group work are also included in daily treatment activities.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Rushton School?
The application deadline for Rushton School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rushton School located?
Rushton School is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 2 other private schools located in Woodlawn.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-11
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Birmingham, AL is $9,594 for elementary schools and $12,725 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Birmingham, AL is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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