The Altamont School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AL School
Grades: 5-12
Enrollment: 376 students
Yearly Tuition: $19,618
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

The Altamont School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Altamont School
5	31
6	37
7	54
8	59
9	46
10	56
11	56
12	37

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1922

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

376 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1350

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

14 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

AP American LiteratureAP Art

AP B PhysicsAP Biology

AP C PhysicsAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Environmental ScienceAP French VI

AP PsychologyAP U.S. History

Common DenominatorCreative Writing

Differential EquationsEcology

FiniteFrench I-IV

French V LiteratureGreek

Human Anatomy & PhysiologyJazz Band I-IV

JournalismLatin IV: Vergil

Latin V/VI: OvidMandarin Chinese

Multimedia-Video ProductionMultivariable Calculus

Music Technique and CompositionMusic Theory

Musical TheaterPhotography I-IV

PhotojournalismSenior Seminars: 20th Century America

Senior Seminars: 20th Century EuropeSenior Seminars: 20th Century World Literature - East

Senior Seminars: 20th Century World Literature - WestSenior Seminars: African American Literature

Senior Seminars: American MasterpiecesSenior Seminars: Art History I

Senior Seminars: Art History IISenior Seminars: Cross-Cultural Psychology

Senior Seminars: Intro to Engineering and DesignSenior Seminars: Leadership and Civic Engagement

Senior Seminars: MacroeconomicsSenior Seminars: Microeconomics

Senior Seminars: ShakespeareSenior Seminars: Sports Medicine

Senior Seminars: The Gothic NovelSenior Seminars: Vietnam Wars 1945-1975

Senior Seminars: Women WritersSenior Seminars: Zoology

Southern LiteratureSpanish V: Peninsular Literature

Spanish VI: Latin American LiteratureStatistics

String Sinfonietta I-IVTechnical Theater

The Music BizVocal Production

Web DesignWind Sinfonietta I-IV

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Alabama Independent School Association (AISA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$19,618

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies depending upon grade level

% on Financial Aid

38%

Admissions Director

Thomas Goldsmith

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryGolf

SoccerTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

Colors

Black, Gold

School Mascot

Knight

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Altamont Musicians SocietyArt Club

Avondale Tutoring ClubC. Kyser Miree Ethical Leadership Center

ForensicsFrench Club

Friends of the WorldIFC

Knightly ChefsLatin Club

Middle School LEAD ProgramModel United Nations

Mu Alpha ThetaNational Honor Society

National Junior Honor SocietyService Club

Spanish ClubStudent Government Association

Thespians

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School Notes

The mission of The Altamont School is to improve the fabric of society by graduating compassionate, well-educated individuals capable of independent thinking and innovative ideas.
The school attracts, nurtures, and challenges students whose commitment to truth, knowledge, and honor will prepare them not only for the most rigorous college programs, but also for productive lives. Altamont is a family of 360 students in grades 5-12 with socio-economic, ethnic, and religious diversity.
Altamont is a good choice for students who want greater breadth and challenge in all areas of school life.
We combine a college preparatory program with a personalized college search program.
Students participate in arts, world languages, community service, clubs, class projects, and athletics.
They also benefit from a 1-to-1 laptop program, an advanced computer science curriculum, and unparalleled service leadership opportunities through Altamont`s Miree Center.
Attend an Open House or schedule a campus tour to learn more.

The mission of The Altamont School is to improve the fabric of society by graduating compassionate, well-educated individuals capable of independent thinking and innovative ideas. To this end, the school attracts, nurtures, and challenges students whose commitment to truth, knowledge, and honor will prepare them not only for the most rigorous college programs, but also for productive lives.Altamont is a small family of approximately 360 students in grades 5-12 with socio-economic, ethnic, and religious diversity. Altamont is a good choice for students excelling in their present schools who want greater breadth and challenge in all areas of school life. We combine an intensive, college preparatory academic program with a personalized college search program. There are many opportunities for students to develop multiple talents by participating in arts, world languages, community service, clubs, class projects, and athletics. Students also benefit from a 1-to-1 laptop program, an advanced computer science curriculum, and unparalleled service leadership opportunities through Altamont`s C. Kyser Miree Ethical Leadership Center.Altamont is located five minutes from downtown Birmingham on the crest of Red Mountain. Our campus features Cabaniss-Kaul Center for the Arts, Pharo Art Studio, Lacey-Day Photography Studio, newly renovated athletics spaces, two science wings, a study garden, a 14,000-volume library, and much more. Experience all that Altamont offers by attending an Open House or scheduling a campus tour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Altamont School cost?

The Altamont School's tuition is approximately $19,618 for private students.

Does The Altamont School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Altamont School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does The Altamont School offer?

The Altamont School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.

What is The Altamont School's ranking?

The Altamont School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Altamont School?

The application deadline for The Altamont School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Altamont School located?

The Altamont School is located in the Redmont Park neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other private schools located in Redmont Park.

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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).