Mobile Junior Academy in Mobile, AL, serves 32 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1920, the school is one of the oldest private schools in Alabama with a religious affiliation to the Seventh Day Adventist denomination.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, supported by 3 teachers for personalized instruction across early childhood and middle school grades.
The student body includes diverse representation with 17 Black (not Hispanic), 8 White (not Hispanic), and 3 Hispanic students.
Mobile Junior Academy follows a casual dress code policy and is located near several other private schools offering K–8 education in Mobile.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Mobile Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
light blue, light yellow or white shirt, navy blue pants, skirt, skort, shorts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Registration = $450 which includes book rentals, computer fee, library fee, art fee, accident insurance
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Ignite Curiosity, Embrace Nature Experience Education in a Whole New Way
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mobile Junior Academy's ranking?
Mobile Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mobile Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Mobile Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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