Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Average class size: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School
About the School
- Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School in Gadsden, AL, serves co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a small city–based campus.
- The school enrolls 77 students total, with 41 in K–12, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average class size of 4.
- Founded in 1952, Holy Comforter is affiliated with the Episcopal tradition and is a member of the National Association of Episcopal Schools.
- The program includes 3 Advanced Placement courses and offers a post–graduate year.
- The student body includes 14% students of color, and the school follows a casual dress code.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Average class size: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
77 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 25%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
4 students
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Environmental ScienceAP Human Geography
AP US Government
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Laura McCartney
Admissions Associate
Krista Ashley
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BEST RoboticsBuilder's Club
Club SportsK-Kids
Key ClubPiano
Reflections EnsembleVoice
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School often compared to?
Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Coosa Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School's ranking?
Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School?
The application deadline for Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Holy Comforter Episcopal Day School is Excel Institute (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is East Gadsden Baptist Church Kindergarten (0.5 miles away)
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Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: PK-K | 95 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
211 N 6th St
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 543-7393
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students
Special Education School
1147 Walnut Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-9176
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students
Catholic
700 Albert Rains Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0132
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 4.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 679 students
Avg. class size: 42 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
100 Westminster Dr
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-7457
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students
Special Education School
1147 Walnut Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-9176
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 4.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 679 students
Avg. class size: 42 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
100 Westminster Dr
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-7457
Distance: 17.7 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 23 students
Special Education School
Po Box 908
Jacksonville, AL 36265
(256) 447-9349
Distance: 18.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students
Alternative School
470 10th St
Ashville, AL 35953
(205) 594-2280
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students
Special Education School
1147 Walnut Street
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-9176
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students
Catholic
700 Albert Rains Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0132
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 4.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 679 students
Avg. class size: 42 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
100 Westminster Dr
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-7457
Distance: 6.1 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 116 students
Baptist
103 N College St
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-2460
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: PK-K | 95 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
211 N 6th St
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 543-7393
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students
Catholic
700 Albert Rains Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35901
(256) 546-0132
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
Distance: 4.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 679 students
Avg. class size: 42 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
100 Westminster Dr
Rainbow City, AL 35906
(256) 442-7457
Distance: 6.1 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 116 students
Baptist
103 N College St
Gadsden, AL 35905
(256) 492-2460
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
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Quick Facts
Ashville Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
33221 Highway 231
Ashville, AL 35953
(205) 594-7044
Ashville, AL 35953
(205) 594-7044
8691.8 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 371 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Douglas Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Highway 75
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-4420
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-4420
8692.2 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 521 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Douglas High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
225 Eagle Drive
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-2810
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-2810
8692.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 727 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Douglas Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Highway 75
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-1240
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-1240
8692.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
200 Bethlehem Rd
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-4912
Douglas, AL 35964
(256) 593-4912
8692.2 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 613 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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