Tuscaloosa Christian School

TCS has a strong academic program resulting in annual high achievement test scores, and in successful college experiences by our graduates.
Our program consists of a controlled, orderly, Christian environment that uses challenging, Christian curriculum.
Bob Jones University Press and A Beka Book are the main sources for our curriculum.
Our Kindergarten program, with its phonics based reading program, provides a strong foundation for academic success.
Our K-5 students test out in the top five percent nationally, every year.
TCS uses the Alabama Course of Study as a guide for course offerings, with the exception of Bible classes, which all students take each year.
With academic excellence as our goal, our students are challenged to compete on state and national levels with other Christian schools in academic testing, spelling bees, as well as fine arts.
Occasionally, our administration will bring in special educators to teach specific classes, speak to the student body, or lead in educational tours.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 371 students
  • Average class size: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Tuscaloosa Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969

Student Body

Total Students
371 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Tuscaloosa Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
21 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Advanced Courses
English
Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
For information on tuition and fees, please copy and paste the link into your web browser. www.tcswarriors.org

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Band, Choir

School Notes

  • TCS has a strong academic program resulting in high achievement test scores annually and in successful college experiences by our graduates. Our program consists of controlled, orderly, Christian environment using challenging, Christian curriculum. Bob Jones University Press and ABeka are the main curriculum sources. Our Kindergarten program, with its phonics based reading program, provides a strong foundation for academic success. Our K-5 students test out in the top five percent nationally every year. TCS uses the Alabama Course of Study as a guide for course offerings with the exception of Bible classes which all students take every year. With academic excellence as our goal, our students are challenged to compete on state and national levels with other Christian schools in academic testing, spelling bees, as well as fine arts. We occasionally bring in special educators to teach classes, speak to the student body, or lead in educational tours.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Tuscaloosa Christian School offer?
Tuscaloosa Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Tuscaloosa Christian School's ranking?
Tuscaloosa Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Tuscaloosa Christian School?
The application deadline for Tuscaloosa Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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Our son attended Tuscaloosa Christian School 9th through 12th grade. It was a great experience for him and prepared him well for college. He graduated the University of Mobile with honors and often commented that the excellent English classes he had at Tuscaloosa Christian School prepared him well for college -level writing. Tuscaloosa Christian School provides a safe learning environment for students. TCS also provides competitive sports opportunities for the students. Our son enjoyed the opportunity to compete in basketball and baseball at TCS. We highly recommend Tuscaloosa Christian School for parents who want their students to experience academic excellence in a safe, Christian environment. TCS not only helps prepare students for college or the work-force, but also helps build their character to succeed in all of life.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 371 students
  • Average class size: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Alabama is $8,011 for elementary schools and $9,058 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alabama is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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