Southern Academy is committed to providing the opportunity for students to receive a well-rounded education.
College preparatory and general curriculum courses are offered. The school is accredited by the Alabama Independent School Association; therefore the school meets the standards declared to be necessary for a quality education.
We hope to accomplish our mission through establishing and maintaining a positive environment; offering curriculums that are flexible and will allow students to maximize their potential; providing and educational setting that is safe, clean, secure, attractive and conducive to learning and teaching; reinforcing and recognizing students in a positive way in all areas of school life; and encouraging parental and community involvement.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Southern Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
315 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
- Southern Academy is committed to providing the opportunity for students to receive a well-rounded education. College preparatory and general curriculum courses are offered. The school is accredited by the Alabama Independent School Association; therefore the school meets the standards declared to be necessary for a quality education. We hope to accomplish our mission through establishing and maintaining a positive environment; offering curriculums that are flexible and will allow students to maximize their potential; providing and educational setting that is safe, clean, secure, attractive and conducive to learning and teaching; reinforcing and recognizing students in a positive way in all areas of school life; and encouraging parental and community involvement.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Academy's ranking?
Southern Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Southern Academy?
The application deadline for Southern Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Southern Academy is Marion Academy (15.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is NAPS Abundant Life Academy (7.2 miles away)
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NAPS Abundant Life Academy ![NAPS Abundant Life Academy Photo - In a county where illiteracy is a norm, not an exception, NALA students conduct reading programs.]( "NAPS Abundant Life Academy Photo - In a county where illiteracy is a norm, not an exception, NALA students conduct reading programs.")
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
525 Abundant Life Way
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
7.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 15 students Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
1820 Prier Dr
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
15.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 53 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
(Christian)
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
31.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Cahawba Christian Academy
(Christian)
2415 Montevallo Road
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
32.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Avg. class size: 9 students
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
32.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1820 Prier Dr
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
15.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 53 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
(Christian)
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
31.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Cahawba Christian Academy
(Christian)
2415 Montevallo Road
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
32.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Avg. class size: 9 students
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
32.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
American Christian Academy ![American Christian Academy Photo - School Program]( "American Christian Academy Photo - School Program")
(Christian)
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
34.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
NAPS Abundant Life Academy ![NAPS Abundant Life Academy Photo - In a county where illiteracy is a norm, not an exception, NALA students conduct reading programs.]( "NAPS Abundant Life Academy Photo - In a county where illiteracy is a norm, not an exception, NALA students conduct reading programs.")
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
525 Abundant Life Way
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
7.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 15 students Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
1820 Prier Dr
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
15.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 53 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
(Christian)
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
31.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Cahawba Christian Academy
(Christian)
2415 Montevallo Road
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
32.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Avg. class size: 9 students
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
32.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
NAPS Abundant Life Academy ![NAPS Abundant Life Academy Photo - In a county where illiteracy is a norm, not an exception, NALA students conduct reading programs.]( "NAPS Abundant Life Academy Photo - In a county where illiteracy is a norm, not an exception, NALA students conduct reading programs.")
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
525 Abundant Life Way
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
7.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 15 students Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
1820 Prier Dr
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
15.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 53 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
(Christian)
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
31.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Cahawba Christian Academy
(Christian)
2415 Montevallo Road
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
32.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Avg. class size: 9 students
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
32.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Greene County Career Center
Vocational School
14223 U S Highway 11 South
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-4904
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-4904
8550.1 miles
Gr: 9-12
Greene County High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14221 Highway 11 South
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-2052
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-2052
8550.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 250 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Eutaw Primary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
212 Eutaw Ave
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-1051
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-1051
8550.2 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 282 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1720 Mauvilla Drive
Demopolis, AL 36732
(334) 289-0377
Demopolis, AL 36732
(334) 289-0377
8550.7 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 499 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Robert Brown Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
623 Mespotamia Street
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-3269
Eutaw, AL 35462
(205) 372-3269
8550.8 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 309 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
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