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Shades Mountain Baptist Church

2017 Columbiana Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216

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Tel: (205) 823-0550

www.shades.org

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Shades Mountain Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL offers early childhood education for preschool (PK) and kindergarten students in a suburban community setting.

The school serves a total enrollment of 196 students with a single teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 196:1.

This co–educational program is affiliated with the Baptist denomination and provides services focused on early childhood care and development.

Approximately 20% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.

Located near other private early education programs in Birmingham, Shades Mountain Baptist Church serves families seeking a Baptist early childhood option in a large suburban area.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 196 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Student Body

Total Students

196 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

20%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 196 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Birmingham, AL is $9,282 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).