St. Benedict Catholic School

12786 Illinois St Elberta, AL 36530
www.saintbenedict.net

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 109 students
  • Acceptance rate: 40%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • St. Benedict Catholic School in Elberta, AL serves 109 co–ed udents in grades K–8 within a rural community setting.
  • Founded in 1921, the school has a Catholic religious affiliation and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
  • The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 9:1 with an average class size of 12, supported by 12 faculty members.
  • Tuition affordability is reflected in an acceptance rate of 40%, with 32% of the udent body representing diverse racial backgrounds.
  • Among private schools in Alabama,.
  • Benedict ranks in the top 20% for having one of the lowe acceptance rates and the longest history.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 109 students
  • Acceptance rate: 40%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Benedict Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

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Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1921
School Motto
Inspiring young lives to pray, serve, lead, and succeed.

Student Body

Total Students
109 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
40%
National avg.: 85%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Benedict Catholic School often compared to?
St. Benedict Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Patrick Catholic School, Open Door Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Benedict Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of St. Benedict Catholic School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. St. Benedict Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Alabama with low acceptance rates.
What is St. Benedict Catholic School's ranking?
St. Benedict Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Benedict Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Benedict Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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SBCS has a peer helper program that is the same program throughout all the public schools. This program is a great tool to help the middle school age help with the younger students. We along with Bayside are the only private schools that has this program and it has been wonderful!! My daughter is tutored by one of the peer helpers and it has helped her in several ways.
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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Baldwin County, AL is $7,285 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Baldwin County, AL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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