What grades does Phillips Academy serve?

As a Primary school, Phillips Academy serves students in Birmingham, AL. The school is administered by Birmingham City.

Where is Phillips Academy located?

You can find Phillips Academy in Birmingham, AL.

What school district is Phillips Academy in?

Birmingham City is the school district for Phillips Academy in Birmingham, AL. The district oversees 49 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillips Academy?

At Phillips Academy, there are approximately 18 students for every teacher.

How many schools are in Birmingham City?

Birmingham City includes 49 schools serving students in Birmingham.

What schools are in Birmingham, AL?

Phillips Academy is among the schools serving Birmingham, AL. The school is part of Birmingham City.

What school district serves Birmingham, AL?

The school district for Birmingham, AL is Birmingham City. Phillips Academy and other schools are part of this district.

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Phillips Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

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Birmingham, AL 35203

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

87th Annual All-City Christmas Music FestivalHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter HolidaysHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Jan

Mon

District Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Jan

Tue

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–8

Enrollment

631

Student:Teacher

18:1

Locale

Urban

District

Birmingham City

Econ. Disadvantaged

57.7%

Phone

(205)231-9500

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

61%

79th percentile in AL

Math Proficiency

18%

43th percentile in AL

Chronic Absenteeism

3.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

102 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1

Near average in AL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

633

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

96% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,201

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,132

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,164

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 28%State 39%Local 33%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$255,600

+0.8% 1yr+23.9% 5yr

Birmingham, AL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.7%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

9.0%

Uninsured residents

8.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,633

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,535

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,046 (41%)

Speech/Language Impairment

446 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

295 (12%)

Autism

291 (11%)

Other Health Impairment

268 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

25 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

609

Current enrollment

Stable(-8% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Fall Break

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Break

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

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Break

Thu, Dec 3, 2026

87th Annual All-City Christmas Music Festival

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Birmingham City. Phillips Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	87th Annual All-City Christmas Music FestivalDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter HolidaysDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	District Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's DayDistrict-wide Check the civic calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—