Ellwood Christian Academy is a private, coeducational PK-12 Christian school in Selma, Alabama.
It serves 269 students. About half of the enrollment, all black in 2016, take advantage of a $7500 Alabama tax credit to attend the school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ellwood Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ellwood Christian Academy often compared to?
Ellwood Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Meadowview Christian School, John T Morgan Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Ellwood Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Ellwood Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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