Sumiton Christian School is a private K-12 Christian school located in Sumiton, Alabama.
Sumiton Christian is a member of the Alabama Independent School Association and competes in high school athletics with the Alabama High School Athletic Association.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- 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)
Top Rankings
Sumiton Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Gold, Cardinal
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
371 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
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
School Notes
- School Motto: They shall mount up with wings as eagles.
- School Mascot: Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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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Popular comparisons: Sumiton Christian School vs. Grace Christian Academy
People that viewed Sumiton Christian School also viewed these schools: Tabernacle Christian School, Highlands School, Grace Christian Academy, Gardendale Christian Academy and Gloryland Christian Academy.
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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Miles
Quick Facts
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
14 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
26 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 353 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1186 Mac Drummond Rd
Jasper, AL 35504
(205) 522-5633
Jasper, AL 35504
(205) 522-5633
6.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students
Gardendale Christian Academy
(Church of the Nazarene)
1800 Decatur Highway
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9465
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9465
14.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 143 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Gloryland Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1829 Circlewood Drive
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 791-0312
Birmingham, AL 35214
(205) 791-0312
15.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
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