The Gathering Place Christian Academy in Moody, AL, serves 171 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
The school has 29 teachers and a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supporting classroom instruction for elementary and middle school levels.
Founded with a Methodist affiliation, the academy offers regular elementary and secondary programs in a rural locality.
The student body includes 6.6% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Tuition information is not listed; families can compare local private school costs with Alabama's average elementary tuition of $10,629.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
171 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Gathering Place Christian Academy?
The application deadline for The Gathering Place Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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