Sardis Christian School is a church-governed school with a mission to provide a Christ-centered, biblically oriented curriculum that challenges boys and girls to learn about Christ, to respect others, and to excel academically in order that they may become productive Christian citizens.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sardis Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1989
Student Body
Total Students
141 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$250.00 per month for 1 child; 415.00 for 2; 559.00 for 3
Admissions Director
Ruth Douglas
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Sardis Christian School offer?
Sardis Christian School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
When is the application deadline for Sardis Christian School?
The application deadline for Sardis Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sardis Christian School located?
Sardis Christian School is located in the Fairview neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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The nearest preschool is Our Future Ministry (1.4 miles away)
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Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
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Birmingham, AL 35205
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Location
Miles
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(205) 786-4811
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 786-4811
3.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 26 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Ephesus Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
829 Mcmillon Ave Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 786-2194
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 786-2194
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Gr: K-12 | 82 students
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Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 780-5858
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 780-5858
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 73 students Tuition listed
Restoration Academy ![Restoration Academy Photo]( "Restoration Academy Photo")
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(205) 769-0048
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1137 10th Pl S
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(205) 323-1516
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 323-1516
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Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-2535
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Birmingham, AL 35218
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(205) 787-9937
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Ephesus Academy
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Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 786-2194
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
Our Future Ministry
Daycare / Preschool
1698a Tuscaloosa Ave Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 923-9555
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 923-9555
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Gr: PK-K | 70 students
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309 20th St Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 925-6900
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 925-6900
1.7 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 19 students
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Miles
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Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School
(Catholic)
2001 19th Street Ensley
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 787-9937
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 787-9937
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 197 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ephesus Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
829 Mcmillon Ave Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 786-2194
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 786-2194
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
Build Up Community School
Vocational/Technical School
222 6th Ave Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 578-8085
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 578-8085
1.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students
Build Up
Vocational/Technical School
2301 Ave E
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 847-4086
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 847-4086
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students
1137 10th Pl S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 323-1516
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 323-1516
3.1 miles
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Holy Family Catholic Academy
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1916 19th St Ensley
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 780-5858
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 780-5858
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Gr: K-8 | 73 students Tuition listed
Ephesus Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
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(205) 786-2194
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 786-2194
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
Rivers Of Living Waters Faith Church
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
309 20th St Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 925-6900
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 925-6900
1.7 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 19 students
New Hope Christian Elementary School
(Baptist)
1740 Cleburn Ave Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(256) 357-4968
Birmingham, AL 35211
(256) 357-4968
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Gr: PK-8 | 61 students
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(Christian)
2820 Avenue E
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 788-0590
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 788-0590
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
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Miles
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Our Future Ministry
Daycare / Preschool
1698a Tuscaloosa Ave Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 923-9555
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 923-9555
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 70 students
New Hope Christian Elementary School
(Baptist)
1740 Cleburn Ave Sw
Birmingham, AL 35211
(256) 357-4968
Birmingham, AL 35211
(256) 357-4968
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 61 students
Jesus Christ Christian School
(Christian)
2820 Avenue E
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 788-0590
Birmingham, AL 35218
(205) 788-0590
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
1137 10th Pl S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 323-1516
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 323-1516
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
UAB Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
1100 10th Ave South
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 934-7353
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 934-7353
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Miles
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Special Education School
100 Warrior Ln
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 436-3681
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 436-3681
8629.7 miles
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
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Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9000 Tiger Cub Trail
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-2450
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-2450
8630 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
(Math: 31% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 School Rd
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7245
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7245
8630.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 298 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
183 School Road
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7404
Cordova, AL 35550
(205) 483-7404
8630.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
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4/
Bottom 50%10
9494 Oak Grove Pkwy
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-5000
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-5000
8630.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 777 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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