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Marshall Christian School

Marshall Christian Academy opened in August 2006 with Kindergarten thru 4th grade.
Currently we have K2 through grade 9 with plans to add at least one grade per year will be added until the Academy reaches the 12th grade.
The facility has 13 new classrooms, a gym, lunchroom, and a large outside baseball field/play area.
Classrooms are wired to have computers, phones, and television. The Academy serves hot lunches each day cook on site.
MCA offers Extended day both morning and afternoon for working parents.
ABeka is the curriculum. Accelerated reading and star reading computer tests are part of MCA testing program.
MCA is fully accredited by the Association of Christian Schools and AdvancedEd (formerly SACS).
MCA offers basketball and cheerleading with plans to expand athletics as the school grows.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,500
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2006
Summer School Offered
Yes
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Marshall Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
12 students
Advanced Courses
Algebra 1, English 9

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
See web page for tuition rates for all grades beginning with 2 year old kindergarten through grade 8
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Ed Rogers
Admissions Associate
Paige Pell
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
cheeerleading, Christmas and Spring Concerts, Community Credit Union, drama, Middle School First Friday Field Trips, Music, Piano Lessons

School Notes

  • Marshall Christian Academy opened in August 2006 with Kindergarten thru 4th grade. At least one grade and possibly more per year will be added until the Academy reaches the 12th grade. The facility has 13 new classrooms, a gym, lunchroom, and a large outside baseball field/play area. Classrooms are wired and have computers, phones, and television. 28 acres of land has been purchased for school expansion and growth in the future. MCA will add 9th grade in the fall.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Marshall Christian School cost?
Marshall Christian School's tuition is approximately $3,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Marshall Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Marshall Christian School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Marshall Christian School offer?
Marshall Christian School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cheering.
When is the application deadline for Marshall Christian School?
The application deadline for Marshall Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,500
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Alabama is $10,617 for elementary schools and $11,704 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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