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 Facts (2026)
- 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 Type
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.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
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
What schools are Rushton School often compared to?
Rushton School is often viewed alongside schools like Allan Cott School by visitors of our site.
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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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2701 Sydney Drive
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 423-8660
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 423-8660
10.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 124 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
Uab Engel Therapeutic School And Day Treatment
Special Education School
930 20th St S Ste 357
Birmingham, AL 35294
(205) 975-4537
Birmingham, AL 35294
(205) 975-4537
3.7 miles
Gr: 1-7 | 11 students
118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 629 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
5901 Crestwood Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 592-0541
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 592-0541
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Eastlake United Methodist Elementary School
(Methodist)
7753 1st Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 836-6356
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 836-6356
2.2 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 20 students
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