Mars Hill Bible School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 752 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,170
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Mars Hill Bible School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Church of Christ

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Mars Hill Bible School
Nursery	125
Pre-K	24
Kind	53
1	49
2	34
3	48
4	38
5	51
6	43
7	52
8	57
9	46
10	44
11	41
12	47

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Year Founded

1871

School Calendar

School Motto

Love Rules the School

Student Body

Total Students

752 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

78%

Average Class Size

20 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Refer to website for Student Handbook

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Christian School Association (NCSA)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,170

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Tuition Notes

Tuition listed is for 1st-12th grades. Please contact Admissions Director for complete tuition information.

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Endowment Size

$4 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Panther

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Debate & Forensics

Club or Organization:

Berean SocietyBeta Club

Foreign Language ClubJunior Civitan

Middle School Scholar BowlMiddle School Science Olympiad

Mu Alpha ThetaNational Forensic League

National Honor SocietyRobotics Team

SADDScience Club

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChorus

DramaShow Choir

School Notes

The mission of Mars Hill Bible School is to provide every child with a challenging Christ-centered education emphasizing spiritual, academic, physical, and social development in a nurturing environment.

For the past 150 years, Mars Hill has challenged its students to excel spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. Mars Hill students participate in a variety of formative experiences that allow them to practice genuine discipleship, sharpen their skills, and grow hearts for service. They are encouraged to use their talents to the glory of God and for the betterment of their communities. Mars Hill's excellent academic program is enhanced by daily Bible classes and chapel services. The school also includes a broad range of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, fine arts, service organizations, and leadership opportunities.Since its reopening in 1947, MHBS has operated with full accreditation from the Alabama State Department of Education. Since 1971, the school has been fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), now known as Cognia. Supplementing its Cognia accreditation is Mars Hill's designation as a Cognia STEM-certified school. MHBS was the first private school in the state of Alabama and the first K-12 school in the Shoals area to attain this achievement.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Willie Robertson, Duck Dynasty -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mars Hill Bible School cost?

Mars Hill Bible School's tuition is approximately $7,170 for private students.

What schools are Mars Hill Bible School often compared to?

Mars Hill Bible School is often viewed alongside schools like Shoals Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Mars Hill Bible School?

The acceptance rate of Mars Hill Bible School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 86%.

Who are famous alumni from Mars Hill Bible School?

Mars Hill Bible School famous alumni include: Willie Robertson, Duck Dynasty.

What sports does Mars Hill Bible School offer?

Mars Hill Bible School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Mars Hill Bible School's ranking?

Mars Hill Bible School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Mars Hill Bible School?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 6/29/2016

I am Williams Mfamaobi, the Founder and General Overseer of El-Winner Bible College and Association in Ghana. Upon reading through your Bible School website, I found it expedient to ask for an Affiliation or a branch in Ghana West Africa so that we can all help promote the Word of God to impact our Future Generation. ' Thank you. Here is my Contact Tel : (+233) (506) (861) (240) Facebook : Facebook.com/el.win

- Posted by Teacher - emini

5 2/9/2014

As a former student, parent and now grandparent, I definitely see the benefits of Mars Hill Bible School. Wonderful qualified teachers, support staff, and administrators. Students are encouraged to be good members of their community serving in many ways. There are many extracurricular activities for students to participate in and learn new skills. The sports teams have won many awards through the years.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - lucre

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Alabama is $10,686 for elementary schools and $11,698 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Alabama is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).