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Bayshore Christian School

Bayshore Christian School, a K4-12th grade school located in Fairhope, AL, was founded in 2002 and is a ministry of Eastern Shore Presbyterian Church.
Our goal is to glorify God by equipping students to fulfill their lifelong calling as we educate them with an academically excellent classical Christian curriculum.
We strive to nourish their minds and souls on truth, beauty, and goodness; building on the foundation of the Word of God and the classical liberal arts.
At Bayshore Christian, our foundational worldview is the unchangeable Word of God, the Bible.
We recognize God as the God of truth, who has revealed Himself to us through His Word, His creation, and His Son, Jesus Christ.
At Bayshore, this means that all of our subjects are taught within the light of God's revelation.
Our mission is to graduate students with a Biblical worldview who will inspire, impact, and serve their communities. Our students will be critical thinkers who are academically and spiritually prepared for college and their life`s calling. They will be defenders of the Christian faith and able to exquisitely articulate that defense. They will be lovers of whatsoever things are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, and virtuous.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,500
  • Acceptance rate: 93%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bayshore Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
464 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
51%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Annual tuition for: K4 Preschool: $2,800 Full day kindergarten ($5,800) Grades 1-6 ($6,800) Grades 7-8 ($7,000) Grades 9-12 ($7,200)
% on Financial Aid
8%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,200
Acceptance Rate
93%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Paige Walsh
Admissions Associate
Sarah Colbert
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ChessEquestrian Club
Gardening ClulbLego Club
Robotics TeamSewing Club
STEAM Class


Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubEnsemble Choir
Instrumental Music LessonsMusic

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles
  • Bayshore Christian School, a K4-12th grade school located in Fairhope, AL, was founded in 2002 and is a ministry of Eastern Shore Presbyterian Church. Our goal is to glorify God by equipping students to fulfill their lifelong calling as we educate them with an academically excellent classical Christian curriculum. We strive to nourish their minds and souls on truth, beauty, and goodness; building on the foundation of the Word of God and the classical liberal arts. At Bayshore Christian, our foundational worldview is the unchangeable Word of God, the Bible. We recognize God as the God of truth, who has revealed Himself to us through His Word, His creation, and His Son, Jesus Christ. At Bayshore, this means that all of our subjects are taught within the light of God's revelation. Our mission is to graduate students with a Biblical worldview who will inspire, impact, and serve their communities. Our students will be critical thinkers who are academically and spiritually prepared for college and their life`s calling. They will be defenders of the Christian faith and able to exquisitely articulate that defense. They will be lovers of whatsoever things are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, and virtuous.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bayshore Christian School cost?
Bayshore Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bayshore Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Bayshore Christian School is 93%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Bayshore Christian School offer?
Bayshore Christian School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Fencing, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Wrestling. Bayshore Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for most sports offered.
What is Bayshore Christian School's ranking?
Bayshore Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Bayshore Christian School?
The application deadline for Bayshore Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 464 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,500
  • Acceptance rate: 93%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Baldwin County, AL is $7,285 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Baldwin County, AL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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