Fort Dale Academy recognizes that children come to school with individual interests, abilities, and patterns of growth and development.
Understanding these differences, the mission of Fort Dale Academy is to prepare our students for college and careers in an environment that is academically vigorous, nurturing, safe and is morally, socially, and emotionally supportive.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Fort Dale Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
489 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$185 enrollment fee
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Veritas, Honor, Scientia.'
- School Mascot: Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Dale Academy's ranking?
Fort Dale Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Fort Dale Academy?
The application deadline for Fort Dale Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
Endorse Fort Dale Academy. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
Parent Engagement in 草榴社区 Schools in 2026
Explore how parent engagement in private schools builds strong communities, support networks, and student success in 2026.
So Many Choices: Navigating 草榴社区 School Selection in 2026
A 2026 parent guide to choosing the right private school, with updated admissions timelines, tuition trends, affordability strategies, and expert insights.
2026 Roadmap to Starting a 草榴社区 School
A 2026 guide to launching a private school, covering planning, costs, admissions timing, governance, and trends parents care about now.



