Hoover Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked AL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 68 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,814
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Hoover Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
National Council for Private School Accreditation
National Honor Society (NHS)

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Hoover Christian School
Pre-K	4
Kind	8
1	11
2	10
3	5
4	5
5	6
6	2
7	2
8	5
9	6
10	1
11	3

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild learning differences

Year Founded

1947

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 21, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

68 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

88%

State avg.: 25%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

86%

Average Class Size

10 students

Number of AP Courses

6 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

polo shirts, khaki pants or skirts

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,814

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Tuition Notes

$6814 is an average per year depending on grade level and other variables; range is $6418.5-$7206.10. Dual enrollment classes extra.

% on Financial Aid

47%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$6,564

Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Carolyn Petty

Admissions Associate

Amy Murphree

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

A small school with a wholistic program promoting academic excellence and Christian values

School Mascot: Hugo, Lion Of God

Great test scores averaging nearly two grade levels above expected
Excellent, completely certified teaching staff (many with multiple degrees and state certifications) and including art, music, and Spanish
Ideal setting--next to Aldridge Botanical Gardens
Won the Southeast Regional NYSE investment competition (placed 4th in the nation)
Facilities: newly renovated 1.5 million dollar building, adjoining field, and gymnasium
Advanced technology includes computers in each classroom, interactive smartboards, video projectors, and video conferencing class options for high school students
Affiliated with Andrews University for selected 11-12th grade classes, with dual enrollment
Catered vegetarian hot lunch optional

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hoover Christian School cost?

Hoover Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,814 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Hoover Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Hoover Christian School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.

What is Hoover Christian School's ranking?

Hoover Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Hoover Christian School?

The application deadline for Hoover Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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Discovery Days Preschool is a wonderful school. They have low teacher ratio's, offer Spanish, PlayBall and Computer classes all as part of their curriculum. The teachers are loving and dedicated. And there are many after school programs.

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The average private school tuition in Birmingham, AL is $9,571 for elementary schools and $13,245 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Birmingham, AL is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).