Pike Liberal Arts School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Pike Liberal Arts School in Troy, AL serves 474 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1970, this nonsectarian private school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with an average class size of 17 students.
The school charges an annual tuition of $4,114 and has an acceptance rate of 98% with rolling admissions.
Pike Liberal Arts School is accredited by Cognia and participates in the Blue Ribbon recognition program.
The student body includes 8% students of color, and 25% of teachers hold advanced degrees.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked AL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 474 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,114
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: May. 15 / rolling
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School Rankings

Pike Liberal Arts School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Pike Liberal Arts School
Pre-K	32
Kind	42
1	26
2	39
3	31
4	30
5	27
6	21
7	32
8	35
9	33
10	43
11	41
12	42

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Year Founded

1970

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

474 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

48 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

17 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

May. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,114

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Tuition Notes

If a family has more than one child enrolled, the price per child decreases.

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Mr. Eric Burkett

Admissions Associate

Mrs. Trecy Gray

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Calculus ClubChess Club

Excel ClubFellowship of Christian Students

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Band

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pike Liberal Arts School cost?

Pike Liberal Arts School's tuition is approximately $4,114 for private students.

What schools are Pike Liberal Arts School often compared to?

Pike Liberal Arts School is often viewed alongside schools like Covenant Christian School, New Life Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Pike Liberal Arts School?

The acceptance rate of Pike Liberal Arts School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

What sports does Pike Liberal Arts School offer?

Pike Liberal Arts School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Football, Golf, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Pike Liberal Arts School's ranking?

Pike Liberal Arts School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Pike Liberal Arts School?

The application deadline for Pike Liberal Arts School is May. 15 / rolling (applications are due on May. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Alabama is $8,710 for elementary schools and $9,236 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Alabama is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).