Scott School
| Scott School | |
| Active | 1891–1999 |
|---|---|
| School type | Public |
| District | Birmingham City Schools |
| Grades | K-6 |
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| Mascot | |
| Location | 1517 Hibernian Street, (map) Birmingham |
The George W. Scott School (originally Pratt School, Pratt City School, Pratt City Colored School and Pratt Negro School) was an elementary school organized in 1891 and operated by Birmingham City Schools at 1517 Hibernian Street near Bankhead Highway in North Pratt. It was renamed in 1949 in honor of long-time principal George Scott, following a suggestion by faculty and community members.
The one-story brick building was recognizable for the oblique square chimney next to the entrance, on which was mounted the school's flagpole. A pedestrian bridge over U.S. Highway 78 provided safe access for students living on the other side.
The Scott School closed and was merged along with the McCaw School into the new South Hampton Elementary School in 1999. The new school's gymnasium is named in honor of Scott.
In 2011 The former Scott School was used as an emergency shelter and supply distribution center for households affected by the April tornado outbreak. The facility was operated by Bethel Baptist Church of Pratt City.
In February 2024 the Birmingham City Council approved the sale of the former school and adjacent North Pratt Community Center to The Movement Fellowship Church for $25,000. The church plans to work with physician Elaine Colby to open a community health clinic in the building.
Principals
- George W. Scott, 1912–1934
References
- "F. D. McArthur Again Named To Head City School Board." (May 7, 1949) The Birmingham News, p. 9
- Garrison, Greg (February 15, 2024) "Church turning historic Birmingham school that was once a tornado relief center into health clinic." AL.com