Deeper Life Academy in Bessemer, AL enrolls 107 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a co–ed, suburban setting with a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
Founded in 1998, the school offers five AP courses and maintains an average class size of 10 students.
The student–teacher ratio at this Alabama K–12 private school is 21:1, with a total of five teachers on staff.
Annual tuition at Deeper Life Academy is $1,850, placing it among the more affordable private schools in the area.
The student body includes 26 White (not Hispanic) students, reflecting part of the school's demographic composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,850
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Deeper Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
107 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
5 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is billed on a ten month cycle at $185 per month.
Admissions Director
Carol Bonner
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Deeper Life Academy cost?
Deeper Life Academy's tuition is approximately $1,850 for private students.
What sports does Deeper Life Academy offer?
Deeper Life Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
When is the application deadline for Deeper Life Academy?
The application deadline for Deeper Life Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 425-4735
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6200 Lou George Loop
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Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
6.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 219 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
160 Brooklane Drive
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(205) 491-3884
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(205) 497-0967
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 497-0967
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(205) 425-4735
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(205) 491-3884
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(205) 423-8660
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 423-8660
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6200 Lou George Loop
Bessemer, AL 35022
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Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
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(Church of God)
2709 19th St N
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 491-3884
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 491-3884
0.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 73 students
160 Brooklane Drive
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 497-0967
Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 497-0967
1.7 miles
Gr: 5
New Life Christian School Of Excellence
(Christian)
1622 7th Ave N
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 425-4735
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 425-4735
2.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 114 students
Beulah Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
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Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 424-0861
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 424-0861
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 15 students
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Beulah Baptist Christian School
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1022 2nd Ave N
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(205) 424-0861
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 424-0861
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Gr: PK-2 | 15 students
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(205) 425-4194
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 425-4194
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Crumbey Bethel Primitive Bapt
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444 58th St
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(205) 788-5053
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 788-5053
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students
6200 Lou George Loop
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Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
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Brookwood High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
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3/
Bottom 50%10
12250 George Richmond Parkway
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(205) 342-2777
Brookwood, AL 35444
(205) 342-2777
8619.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,076 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Brookwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
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(205) 342-2668
Brookwood, AL 35444
(205) 342-2668
8619.6 miles
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Brookwood Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
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17021 Brookwood Parkway
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(205) 342-2748
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2748
8619.9 miles
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Vance Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 39%)
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(205) 342-2697
Vance, AL 35490
(205) 342-2697
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Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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