Escambia Academy

268 Cowpen Creek Rd Atmore, AL 36502
www.eacougar.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

About the School

  • Established in 1970, Escambia Academy provides a quality education for students in K-4 through twelfth grade.
  • Escambia Academy is a nonprofit organization governed by an elected Board of Directors.
  • Escambia Academy's mission is to provide a solid foundation through a quality, well-rounded educational experience in a safe, Christian environment support by a fully accredited academic program that is dedicated to the students' intellectual and personal growth and development.
  • This mission is driven by dedicated faculty and staff who continue to work hard to update and revise our curriculum and teaching methods to ensure that our students have a smooth transition into young adulthood and into the college and/or career of their choice.
  • Providing balance in a student's life is always a challenge, and the board, faculty, staff and parents work tirelessly to maintain both strong academic and athletic programs.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2012, 2013, 2014

Student Body

Total Students
224 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 25%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Tradition of Excellence
  • School Mascot: The Cougar
  • Established in 1970, Escambia Academy provides a quality education for students in K-4 through twelfth grade. Escambia Academy is a nonprofit organization governed by an elected Board of Directors. Escambia Academy's mission is to provide a solid foundation through a quality, well-rounded educational experience in a safe, Christian environment support by a fully accredited academic program that is dedicated to the students' intellectual and personal growth and development. This mission is driven by dedicated faculty and staff who continue to work hard to update and revise our curriculum and teaching methods to ensure that our students have a smooth transition into young adulthood and into the college and/or career of their choice. Providing balance in a student's life is always a challenge, and the board, faculty, staff and parents work tirelessly to maintain both strong academic and athletic programs.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Escambia Academy often compared to?
Escambia Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Atmore Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Escambia Academy?
The application deadline for Escambia Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Alabama is $10,686 for elementary schools and $11,698 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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