The mission of Mars Hill Bible School is to provide every student--in a cooperative effort with the home and family--a Christ-centered, Bible-based education in an environment which fosters spiritual, academic, physical and social growth.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,170
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mars Hill Bible School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
433 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
62%
Average Class Size
20 students
Average ACT score
25
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Refer to website for Student Handbook
Refer to website for Student Handbook
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition listed is for 1st-12th grades. Please contact Admissions Director for complete tuition information.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Debate & Forensics
Club or Organization:
Berean Society, Beta Club, Foreign Language Club, Junior Civitan, Middle School Scholar Bowl, Middle School Science Olympiad, Mu Alpha Theta, National Forensic League, National Honor Society, Robotics Team, SADD, Science Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorus, Drama, Show Choir
Club or Organization:
Berean Society, Beta Club, Foreign Language Club, Junior Civitan, Middle School Scholar Bowl, Middle School Science Olympiad, Mu Alpha Theta, National Forensic League, National Honor Society, Robotics Team, SADD, Science Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorus, Drama, Show Choir
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mars Hill Bible School cost?
Mars Hill Bible School's tuition is approximately $7,170 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mars Hill Bible School?
The acceptance rate of Mars Hill Bible School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. Mars Hill Bible School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Alabama with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Mars Hill Bible School offer?
Mars Hill Bible School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Mars Hill Bible School's ranking?
Mars Hill Bible School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mars Hill Bible School?
The application deadline for Mars Hill Bible School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 6/29/2016
I am Williams Mfamaobi, the Founder and General Overseer of El-Winner Bible College and Association in Ghana. Upon reading through your Bible School website, I found it expedient to ask for an Affiliation or a branch in Ghana West Africa so that we can all help promote the Word of God to impact our Future Generation.
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Thank you.
Here is my Contact
Tel : (+233) (506) (861) (240)
Facebook : Facebook.com/el.win
5 2/9/2014
As a former student, parent and now grandparent, I definitely see the benefits of Mars Hill Bible School.
Wonderful qualified teachers, support staff, and administrators.
Students are encouraged to be good members of their community serving in many ways.
There are many extracurricular activities for students to participate in and learn new skills.
The sports teams have won many awards through the years.
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