Ephesus Academy exists to provide a Christ-centered learning experience for all students in the community.
It promotes academic excellence in an environment sensitive to individual needs.
The Academy prepares students for eternal life while training them for service in a culturally diverse community.
Ephesus Academy is based on the belief that all true wisdom and knowledge comes from God--that the very foundation of true education is the fear of the Lord.
The highest form of education is found in the Word of the Living God, and a correct knowledge of the Scriptures lies at the foundation of all true education.
The precepts and principles of religion are the first steps in the acquisition of knowledge.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ephesus Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
215 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ephesus Academy?
The application deadline for Ephesus Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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