Cornerstone Christian Academy

Cornerstone Christian Academy in Rainsville, AL, serves 522 students in grades PK through 12 within a rural community setting.
Founded in 2002, this co–ed Christian school operates under a religious affiliation with other religious school associations.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, supported by 27 full–time teachers.
Cornerstone Christian Academy's student body includes approximately 1% students of color.
The academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for largest student enrollment.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Cornerstone Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
522 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: Over 20 Years of Academic Excellence in a Christian Environment
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Cornerstone Christian Academy often compared to?
Cornerstone Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Beth Haven Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Cornerstone Christian Academy's ranking?
Cornerstone Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cornerstone Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Cornerstone Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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We moved to a new area; we are very blessed to have found Cornerstone. This school has been a blessing. Our daughter has always been to public schools. Joining into this I was nervous she is in 10th grade. SHE LOVES IT! Our daughter has been so happy and such a positive kid now.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Alabama is $10,644 for elementary schools and $11,706 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alabama is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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