Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Sumiton Christian School
About the School
- Sumiton Christian School in Sumiton, AL, serves 371 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a town community setting.
- Founded in 1976, the school is affiliated with the Church of God and holds membership in a state or regional independent school association.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 with an average class size of 20 and 35% of teachers holding advanced degrees.
- Annual tuition is $3,000, and the school offers a summer program with rolling admissions throughout the year.
- Sumiton Christian School's student body includes approximately 3.6% students of color and ranks among the more affordable private schools in Alabama.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Sumiton Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1976
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
They shall mount up with wings as eagles.
Student Body
Total Students
371 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 25%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
20 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Colors
Gold, Cardinal
School Mascot
Eagle
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art ClubDrama Club
Eagle AmbassadorsEagle Vanguard Marching Band
First Priority ClubLeo Club
National Beta ClubNational Honor Society
Student Government Association
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sumiton Christian School cost?
Sumiton Christian School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
What schools are Sumiton Christian School often compared to?
Sumiton Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Sumiton Christian School offer?
Sumiton Christian School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Sumiton Christian School's ranking?
Sumiton Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Sumiton Christian School?
The application deadline for Sumiton Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Sumiton Christian School is Grace Christian Academy (6.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Dora First Baptist Kindergarten (3.0 miles away)
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Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
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Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
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Distance: 15.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
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Distance: 14.0 mi
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Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
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Distance: 6.3 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students
Baptist
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(205) 522-5633
Distance: 15.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
Baptist
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(205) 791-0312
Distance: 22.6 mi
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Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
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Distance: 22.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 105 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 4
Baptist
1137 10th Pl S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 323-1516
Distance: 14.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 26.0 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 16
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
Distance: 6.3 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students
Baptist
1186 Mac Drummond Rd
Jasper, AL 35504
(205) 522-5633
Distance: 14.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 143 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Church of the Nazarene
1800 Decatur Highway
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9465
Distance: 15.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
Baptist
1829 Circlewood Drive
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 791-0312
Distance: 14.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 26.0 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 16
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
Distance: 14.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 143 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Church of the Nazarene
1800 Decatur Highway
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9465
Distance: 22.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 680 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
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Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 591-7600
Distance: 22.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 105 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 4
Baptist
1137 10th Pl S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 323-1516
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: K | 16 students
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Distance: 14.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
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Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 14.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 143 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Church of the Nazarene
1800 Decatur Highway
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(205) 631-9465
Distance: 15.5 mi
Gr: PK-K | 68 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
940 Main St
Gardendale, AL 35071
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Gr: 1-12 | 40 students
Baptist
1186 Mac Drummond Rd
Jasper, AL 35504
(205) 522-5633
Distance: 14.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 15.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
Baptist
1829 Circlewood Drive
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 791-0312
Distance: 18.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 39 students
Baptist
7303 Taylors Ferry Rd
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(205) 497-0883
Distance: 19.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students
Vocational/Technical School
2301 Ave E
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(205) 847-4086
Distance: 6.3 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students
Baptist
1186 Mac Drummond Rd
Jasper, AL 35504
(205) 522-5633
Distance: 14.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 14.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 143 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Church of the Nazarene
1800 Decatur Highway
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9465
Distance: 15.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
Baptist
1829 Circlewood Drive
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 791-0312
Distance: 16.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 26 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Christian
1120 Apricot Avenue
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 786-4811
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: K | 16 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1440 Sharon Blvd
Dora, AL 35062
(205) 648-4240
Distance: 14.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 14.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 143 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Church of the Nazarene
1800 Decatur Highway
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9465
Distance: 15.5 mi
Gr: PK-K | 68 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
940 Main St
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 222-2038
Distance: 15.8 mi
Gr: PK-K | 234 students
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