Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama
About the School
- A private school with a Kingdom Purpose: Empowering students to glorify God.
- As the largest private Christian school in Birmingham, we partner with families and supporters to make sure every child knows the love of Christ, benefits from academics that are world class, enjoys a culture where good character is valued, and can learn in an environment that's safe and full of hope.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence Together
Student Body
Total Students
680 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 25%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
% on Financial Aid
99%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Amber Payne
Application URL
Request Information
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Beta Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Pep Band
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mar’Kayla Bell - Pre-Med Student at The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Class of 2018
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cornerstone Schools of Alabama cost?
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What schools are Cornerstone Schools of Alabama often compared to?
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama is often viewed alongside schools like Good Samaritan Baptist School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Cornerstone Schools of Alabama?
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama famous alumni include: Mar’Kayla Bell.
What sports does Cornerstone Schools of Alabama offer?
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Cornerstone Schools of Alabama's ranking?
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cornerstone Schools of Alabama?
The application deadline for Cornerstone Schools of Alabama is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Distance: 10.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
5568 Chalkville Rd
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 854-2741
Distance: 11.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
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Distance: 0.0 mi
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Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
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Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Distance: 7.1 mi
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1526 Huffman Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 856-9592
Distance: 6.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
Church of Christ
1500 Heritage Place Drive
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 956-9111
Distance: 10.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
5568 Chalkville Rd
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 854-2741
Distance: 11.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 0.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 629 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Distance: 6.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
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1500 Heritage Place Drive
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 956-9111
Distance: 8.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,745 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Presbyterian
2204 Briarwood Way
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 776-5909
Distance: 10.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
5568 Chalkville Rd
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 854-2741
Distance: 11.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 0.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 629 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Distance: 6.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
Church of Christ
1500 Heritage Place Drive
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 956-9111
Distance: 8.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,745 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Presbyterian
2204 Briarwood Way
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 776-5909
Distance: 10.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
5568 Chalkville Rd
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 854-2741
Distance: 11.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 359 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
2649 Decatur Hwy
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-9318
Distance: 0.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 629 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Distance: 7.1 mi
Gr: PK | 27 students
Baptist
1526 Huffman Rd
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 856-9592
Distance: 6.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
Church of Christ
1500 Heritage Place Drive
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 956-9111
Distance: 0.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 629 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Distance: 0.2 mi
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5600 1st Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 591-1680
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Gr: 6-11 | 14 students
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5201 Messer Airport Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 510-2714
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Specialized Curriculum
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Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 592-0541
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Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 1
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10- 67th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35206
(291) 591-8100
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118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 6-11 | 14 students
Special Education School
5201 Messer Airport Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 510-2714
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 1
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10- 67th Street North
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(291) 591-8100
Distance: 1.5 mi
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6869 5th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 903-6359
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Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 19
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Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 874-3501
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Gr: PK-12 | 629 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
118 55th Street N
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(205) 769-0048
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 6-11 | 14 students
Special Education School
5201 Messer Airport Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 510-2714
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Specialized Curriculum
5901 Crestwood Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 592-0541
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 1
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10- 67th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35206
(291) 591-8100
Distance: 1.2 mi
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Po Box 834
Gardendale, AL 35071
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118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
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(205) 591-1680
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
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(205) 592-0541
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(205) 231-8000
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 231-8000
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I3 Academy Phase 1
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230 49th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 403-5777
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 403-5777
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Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 231-8620
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