Bethany Christian Academy in Montgomery, AL, serves 39 co–ed students in grades K–8 within a city–based, midsize community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 3 total teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Bethany Christian Academy has a religious affiliation with the Seventh Day Adventist Church and is a member of the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and a regional independent school association.
Annual tuition is $4,160, ranking the school among the more affordable private schools in the Montgomery area.
The student body is 100% students of color, reflecting a diverse enrollment in this Alabama K–8 private school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,160
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bethany Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Carmelita Winters, Principal
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bethany Christian Academy cost?
Bethany Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,160 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Bethany Christian Academy?
Bethany Christian Academy famous alumni include: Carmelita Winters, Principal.
When is the application deadline for Bethany Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Bethany Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Bethany Christian Academy is Emerald Mountain Christian School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bethany Child Development Center (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bethany Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
714 Cedar Street
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 265-5521
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 265-5521
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 77 students
Emerald Mountain Christian School ![Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo]( "Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
4125 Rifle Range Rd
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students
Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool
1100 Tuscaloosa St
Montgomery, AL 36101
(334) 229-4471
Montgomery, AL 36101
(334) 229-4471
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 19 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
First School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2416 W Cloverdale Park
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 834-8990
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 834-8990
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 43 students
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
1025 South Hull Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 262-8685
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 262-8685
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 123 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 2 Acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Emerald Mountain Christian School ![Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo]( "Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
4125 Rifle Range Rd
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students
3240 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8210
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8210
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3975 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-3887
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-3887
3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1701 E. Trinity Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8195
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8195
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 277 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4240 Lomac St
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 262-0043
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 262-0043
3.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 97 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Emerald Mountain Christian School ![Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo]( "Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
4125 Rifle Range Rd
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students
Valiant Cross Academy
All-boys (Christian)
301 Dexter Ave
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 694-9200
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 694-9200
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Tuition listed
Montgomery Christian School
(Christian)
1728 S Hull St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 386-1749
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 386-1749
1.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 74 students Tuition listed
Holt Street Christian Academy
(Christian)
1870 S Ct St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 261-4141
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 261-4141
1.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 57 students
3240 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8210
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8210
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bethany Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
714 Cedar Street
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 265-5521
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 265-5521
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 77 students
Emerald Mountain Christian School ![Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo]( "Emerald Mountain Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
4125 Rifle Range Rd
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
Wetumpka, AL 36093
(334) 567-0555
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students
Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool
1100 Tuscaloosa St
Montgomery, AL 36101
(334) 229-4471
Montgomery, AL 36101
(334) 229-4471
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 19 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
First School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2416 W Cloverdale Park
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 834-8990
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 834-8990
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 43 students
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
1025 South Hull Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 262-8685
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 262-8685
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 123 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 2 Acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calhoun High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8213 County Road 33
Letohatchee, AL 36047
(334) 227-4515
Letohatchee, AL 36047
(334) 227-4515
8563.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 186 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Hayneville Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 Lafayette St
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2184
Hayneville, AL 36040
(334) 548-2184
8564.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 144 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Marbury High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2360 Highway 31 North
Deatsville, AL 36022
(334) 387-1910
Deatsville, AL 36022
(334) 387-1910
8568.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 626 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Autauga County Alternative School
Alternative School
816 Cardinal Ln
Prattville, AL 36067
(334) 361-3833
Prattville, AL 36067
(334) 361-3833
8568.5 miles
Gr: 3-12
Autauga County Technology Center
Vocational School
1301 Upper Kingston Rd
Prattville, AL 36067
(334) 361-0258
Prattville, AL 36067
(334) 361-0258
8568.5 miles
Gr: 9-12
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